Gum disease, also known as periodontal disease or “the silent killer” as many dentists call it, is an epidemic in the United States. According to a 2012 study from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, nearly 65 million adults had mild, moderate or severe periodontitis from 2009 to 2010, which is the more advanced form of gum disease.
That’s why for National Gum Care Month, we’re going over ways to protect your gums, the factors that influence gum health and when it’s time to visit a dentist to get your gum disease in Jacksonville treated!