Are You Or Your Loved Ones At Risk For Periodontal Disease?

                                               Symptoms of Periodontal Disease

  

  

 If you think a friend or loved one is at risk for periodontal disease? Here are some signs and symptoms that are typical for periodontal disease.

1. Family history of tooth loss and gum disease.
2. Bad breath, a peculiar taste or metallic taste in your mouth that is constant and not brought on by food or drink.
3. Gums that bleed when you floss or brush.
4. Gums that are sensitive sore or have a burning sensation.
5. Loose teeth, teeth that have become sensitive or spaces widening between your teeth.
6. Gums that appear to be shrinking or teeth that appear to be longer or shorter than they were.
7. Spaces between your teeth that frequently trap food.
8. Change in your bite or the way your bridges or partial dentures fit.
9. Continual dry mouth.

Some factors that directly contribute to periodontal disease: 

1. Use of tobacco products of any kind.
2. Grinding and clenching your teeth.
3. Immune systems disorders, radiation and chemotherapy treatment.
4. Pregnancy, diabetes and rheumatoid arthritis.
5. Taking any medication that causes your gums to get swollen or enlarged. Blood pressure medications, anti-depressants, and allergy medications are just some of the many medications that contribute to gum problems and periodontal disease.

 

Any of these symptoms alone or together may be an indication of a gum problem.

 

Call our office for your examination today!