Gum Disease Doesn’t Always Hurt — Here’s Why That’s Important
When something hurts, it usually gets our attention. A toothache, a broken crown, or jaw pain often prompts a call to the dentist. Gum disease is different because, in its earliest stages, it develops quietly, with little or no discomfort. That is one reason gum disease is so common. Many people do not realize there is a problem until the condition has progressed and begun affecting the health of their gums, teeth, and supporting bone.