{"id":35,"date":"2016-12-09T15:50:17","date_gmt":"2016-12-09T15:50:17","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.northjacksonvillecompletedentistry.com\/blog\/?p=35"},"modified":"2016-12-16T15:59:20","modified_gmt":"2016-12-16T15:59:20","slug":"gum-disease-in-jacksonville-fl","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.northjacksonvillecompletedentistry.com\/blog\/gum-disease-in-jacksonville-fl\/","title":{"rendered":"The Easy To Miss Signs of Gum Disease in Jacksonville, FL"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-36\" src=\"https:\/\/www.northjacksonvillecompletedentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/iStock-587931396-2-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"Can my dentist help me manage my gum disease in Jacksonville, FL? \" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.northjacksonvillecompletedentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/iStock-587931396-2-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.northjacksonvillecompletedentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/iStock-587931396-2.jpg 724w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>It\u2019s always a little disturbing when you\u2019re brushing your teeth and you look down at the splashes of red in the sink. Your gums keep bleeding lately, and you don\u2019t know why. You haven\u2019t changed your routine at all. What is causing this? You might have gum disease in Jacksonville, FL, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.northjacksonvillecompletedentistry.com\/meet-dr-johnson.html\">Dr. Ryan Johnson<\/a> wants you to know other signs to look for, as well as how you can manage it. \u00a0<!--more--><\/p>\n<h2>Early Signs of Gum Disease<\/h2>\n<p>Much of dentistry is concerned with keeping your teeth healthy, but the <strong>gums are just as important<\/strong> when it comes to your oral health. They do two very important things: One, they protect the sensitive enamel around your teeth\u2019s roots, and two, they bring essential blood flow to the area. Just like your teeth, the buildup of plaque and bacteria can eventually lead to the breakdown of the gum tissue. This is what we call <strong>gum disease<\/strong>. Some <strong>common signs are<\/strong>:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Red, swollen, or puffy gums<\/li>\n<li>Gums that bleed frequently<\/li>\n<li>Receding gums<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>These are the initial signs of gum disease. It starts very subtly and takes a long time to develop, and can eventually impact your mouth\u2019s health dramatically.\u00a0 All of these symptoms can advance until you have painful pockets of bacteria and pus on your gums. <a href=\"http:\/\/www.efp.org\/patients\/what-is-periodontitis.html\" target=\"_blank\">It is actually one of the leading causes of tooth loss as well.<\/a> If your gums feel tender or are bleeding on a consistent basis, you need to take action.<\/p>\n<h2>Gum Disease Management<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.northjacksonvillecompletedentistry.com\/gum-disease-management.html\">Gum disease is not treated, it is managed<\/a>. This means that you regularly need to take steps to stop it from affecting your oral health. Treatment implies that you simply cure it and you\u2019re finished. This is not the case. Gum disease, like tooth decay, is a constant threat.<\/p>\n<p>The best way to manage your gum disease is to brush and floss every day, paying particular attention along the gum-line. Many people miss this area of their mouth whenever they clean their teeth, and this neglect is how bacteria can accumulate. Be sure to clean where your teeth meet you gums every time.<\/p>\n<p>Another way you can manage it is to get <a href=\"https:\/\/www.northjacksonvillecompletedentistry.com\/preventive-dentistry.html\">regular check-ups<\/a> with your dentist in Northside Jacksonville, FL. Dr. Johnson or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.northjacksonvillecompletedentistry.com\/meet-dr-baxter.html\">Dr. Baxter<\/a> will always examine your gums whenever you come into the office, and this will enable them to catch gum disease early and treat it easily.<\/p>\n<p>Of course, if you have already developed a more advanced case of gum disease, you may need additional treatment. This could include a deep cleaning along the gums, or the use of a soft-tissue laser to eliminate pockets of bacteria.<\/p>\n<h2>Want To Know More?<\/h2>\n<p>Gum disease can be easily managed with daily oral hygiene, along with routine visits to your dentist in Jacksonville, FL. All it takes is a few simple steps to keep your mouth clean and healthy for years to come. The key is to be consistent in your attention and care.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019d like to know more about how to properly manage gum disease, or what signs you should look for,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.northjacksonvillecompletedentistry.com\/contact-us.html\">please give us a call today. <\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>It\u2019s always a little disturbing when you\u2019re brushing your teeth and you look down at the splashes of red in the sink. Your gums keep bleeding lately, and you don\u2019t know why. You haven\u2019t changed your routine at all. What is causing this? 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