Dodds` Company Blog

Gum disease affects more than your oral health as it is linked to other more serious health problems. It is estimated that, worldwide, up to 80 per cent of people have some form of gum disease. Mild or early gum disease (gingivitis) often goes unidentified since there may be few or no symptoms, and early warning signs, like gums that bleed easily with brushing or flossing, may simply be ignored. It is important to recognize gingivitis early and manage it appropriately, since progression to more serious disease can result in irreversible damage. It is now actually recognized that chronic gingivitis may be linked to other serious health conditions, including cardiovascular disease, heart attacks and strokes, as well as pre-term birth and low birth weight, and possibly diabetes and kidney disease.