Tweaking Truths: 3 Common Misconceptions About Gum Disease

Brushing your teeth twice daily is essential to removing plaque and bacteria from your enamel and gumline to prevent problems, but if you’re not also flossing, you’re doing your smile a disservice. You might think that if your connective tissues must be healthy if you don’t see an immediate issue, but that’s not always the case. The earliest form of gum disease, gingivitis, often goes unaddressed because it’s difficult to detect.

Continue reading to learn about 3 additional misconceptions you might have about gum disease so you can prevent them!