Gum Disease is a Real Thing
Chorak Orthodontics More than 80 percent of Americans are living with gum disease , which most often goes unnoticed. Gum disease is something that many people will experience at some point in their lives. But because the symptoms of gum disease are so subtle and painless, most people just shrug it off. If gum disease is left untreated, the consequences could be severe. Gum disease has been linked to a host of general medical problems, including: Heart disease, Endocarditis, Lung problems, and Diabetes. At Chorak Orthodontics our goal is to raise awareness while encouraging patients to take an active role in better oral health through prevention, diagnosis, and treatment. According to the American Association of Periodontology (AAP) , you may have gum disease if: Your gums are red, swollen, and sore to the touch. Your gums bleed when you eat, brush or floss. You see signs of infection around the gums and teeth. Your gums look as if they are "pulling away" from