Symptoms of Periodontal Disease

11/07/2014 09:54
Could you be suffering from periodontal disease? Also known as gum disease, this condition is more common than it should be. Many adults have some varying form of periodontal disease ranging from swollen, inflamed gums to damage to the jaw and even losing teeth. Our dentist in North Hollywood sees gum disease on almost a daily basis, which is unfortunate since it is highly preventable with proper dental care. Could you be developing symptoms of periodontal disease? If you see the following signs, you should make an appointment with our expert in periodontal treatments in North Hollywood:
 
The most common symptom of periodontal disease that people notice is bleeding or painful gums. They will often look red as opposed to pink and will be tender to the touch. You also might notice bad breath or you may find that your gums hurt when you chew. In the later stages of gum disease, you may notice loose teeth or even teeth that are beginning to fall out.
 
If you are experiencing any of these symptoms of periodontal disease, it is important that you make an appointment to see an expert. It does not matter how advanced your gum disease is; we can design a treatment plan to help improve your smile.