Periodontal disease ranges from simple gum inflammation to quite serious disease that result in major damage to the bone that support the teeth as well as to the soft tissue. Teeth are lost in the worst cases. Periodontal disease is a real threat to oral health, and research is also pointing to health effects that can go well beyond the mouth, such as increased risk of stroke or heart attack, difficulty controlling blood sugar levels in diabetic people, and an increasing risk of delivering preterm, low birth weight babies. Depending on how well you care for your gums and teeth daily, the disease might slow down, stop, or get worse.
The basic things you in preventing periodontal diseases, is to brush your teeth twice every day, floss daily, eat a well balanced diet, do not use tobacco products, and visit your dentist routinely for a check-up and professional cleaning.
