Facts About Periodontal Disease (Gum Disease)

A lot of people are unaware that at least 3 out of 4 Americans suffer from some form of periodontal gum disease, which can show up as early as in their 30’s and is the leading cause of tooth loss.  Brushing your teeth at least twice a day, for about 2 minutes and flossing can save you the headache of going to the dentist more than twice a year and spending tens of thousands of dollar for extensive dental procedures.

The National Institutes of Health (NIH) has a easy to understand site explaining what gum disease is and how to prevent and treat it.