Are You Worried About Gum Disease? Take Action Today
Many people have gum disease. Those who do not worry that they will have it at some point in their lives. The truth is that there are steps you can take to prevent falling victim to gum disease. If you do end up with gum disease, there are steps you can take to prevent it from becoming serious. Keep reading to learn more and then contact California Dental Group at (800) 407-0161 if you are in need of a dental appointment.
Know the Signs of Gum Disease
An important aspect of protecting yourself against gum disease is understanding the signs. If your gums regularly bleed when you brush or floss, then you might have gum disease. Other signs, including painful gums, swollen gums, and reddish gums. However, for most people, the first sign is blood when brushing or flossing. If this has become a regular occurrence for you, then you should contact a dentist as soon as possible.
Your Dentist Should Assess the Condition of Your Gums
When you visit the dentist, we will assess the condition of your gums. If there are signs of gum disease, we can recommend a course of action based on how serious the disease has gotten. However, even if it has not been six months since your last appointment, if you have signs of gum disease, then it is worth calling to find out if you should come in and visit us. Remember that the sooner we start to treat you, the better the outcome is likely to be.
Improve Your Oral Health Care Routine
If you are worried that you will get gum disease or that you already have gum disease, the best thing you can do for yourself is to improve your oral health care habits. Remember that you should be brushing twice per day and flossing at least once. Flossing is just as important – if not more important – for your gums as brushing is, so do not skip it. Minor gum disease can be reversed by a patient consistently brushing and flossing.
Follow the Instructions of Your Dentist
No one wants to hear that they have gum disease or any other dental condition, yet it happens to millions of people every year. If your dentist tells you that there is something wrong, resist the urge to live in denial. Instead, talk to them about the plan, find out what your best options are, and learn how you can treat your gum disease.
If it has been more than six months since you saw your dentist, then we urge you to contact California Dental Group at (800) 407-0161 now to set up an appointment. We will start with a cleaning and exam so that we can give you the information you need to take care of your oral health.
