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Between search engines like Google and a seemingly endless amount of content on social media platforms like YouTube, you can learn about pretty much every subject in a matter of minutes. That said, there is a lot of misinformation out there, so it\u2019s important to be able to separate truth from fiction. With this in mind, keep reading to learn four common myths about gum disease.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Myth #1: Gum Disease Is Rare<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Quite the opposite! In fact, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recently shared that roughly 50% of American adults over the age of 30 struggle with this oral health problem. That\u2019s why it\u2019s so important to schedule a dental checkup every six months and keep an eye out for common warning signs of gum disease between visits, like tender and swollen gums.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Myth #2: Bleeding Gums Is Normal<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The truth is that bleeding gums is one of the most common symptoms of gum disease. So, if your gums bleed when you floss or brush, you should call your dentist ASAP. Depending on the severity of your symptoms and how long they have persisted, they may even recommend a same-day visit. After all, the longer the infection is left alone, the more time it has to progress and wreak havoc on your oral health.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Myth #3: If I Get Gum Disease, I Will Lose My Teeth<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Tooth loss is a consequence of advanced gum disease. That said, it isn\u2019t a foregone conclusion. In fact, if the necessary care<\/a> is provided in the early stages, your dentist can save your teeth! For this reason, we strongly recommend keeping an eye out for abnormal dental symptoms, like pain when biting down and tender gums. If that happens, don\u2019t take the \u201cwait and see\u201d approach. Instead, call your dentist ASAP.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Myth #4: Gum Disease Treatment Hurts<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Thanks to laser dentistry, no scalpel or sutures are necessary! Plus, sedation dentistry is available for patients who struggle with a fear of needles, a sensitive gag reflex, dental-related anxiety, or head\/neck\/jaw pain in the treatment chair. To put it simply, you don\u2019t have to worry \u2013 your dentist will go the extra mile to make the process of restoring your healthy smile pain-free.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

About the Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Our team at Dental Center of Lakewood<\/a> is here to help our patients with everything from routine checkups to gum disease treatment. Not only that, but we\u2019re here to make the treatment process smooth and stress-free, which is why we offer sedation dentistry, we welcome several financial solutions, and we\u2019re available five days a week. If you have any questions for us about gum disease treatment, or you\u2019re ready to schedule an appointment, don\u2019t hesitate to visit our website<\/a> or call (214) 823-5253<\/strong>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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