How can l know if I have gingivitis?

You may have gum disease, also known as periodontal disease, if you answer yes to one or more of the following questions. Do your gums bleed easily? Healthy gums do not bleed! Are your gums red, swollen or tender? Have your gums pulled away from the teeth? read more

Gingivitis is a mild stage of gum disease that can be reversed by brushing and flossing your teeth more thoroughly and having a professional cleaning performed by a dental hygienist. With gingivitis, you don’t have any loss of tissue or bone responsible for holding your teeth in place. read more

While there are warning signs and you can Google it for more information, only a dentist who actually examines you, takes radiographs (x-rays) and charts periodontal pocket depth can determine if you have gum disease, to what extent and what is necessary to treat it. read more