{"id":311,"date":"2022-07-07T17:08:00","date_gmt":"2022-07-07T17:08:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.westhartforddentalgroup.com\/blog\/?p=311"},"modified":"2022-08-16T17:10:52","modified_gmt":"2022-08-16T17:10:52","slug":"gum-disease-myths-in-west-hartford","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.westhartforddentalgroup.com\/blog\/2022\/07\/07\/gum-disease-myths-in-west-hartford\/","title":{"rendered":"4 Busted Myths About Gum Disease"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.westhartforddentalgroup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/AdobeStock_441261756__1660669734_33461.jpg\" alt=\"Man with gum disease\" class=\"wp-image-313\" width=\"323\" height=\"215\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.westhartforddentalgroup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/AdobeStock_441261756__1660669734_33461.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.westhartforddentalgroup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/AdobeStock_441261756__1660669734_33461-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.westhartforddentalgroup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/AdobeStock_441261756__1660669734_33461-768x513.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 323px) 100vw, 323px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>When it comes to oral hygiene, you might focus more on your teeth than your gums. After all, a white smile can seem more valuable than pink tissue. However, this tendency can make you vulnerable to stereotypes, rumors, and other untrue ideas about <a href=\"https:\/\/www.westhartforddentalgroup.com\/gum-disease-therapy.html\">gum disease.<\/a> That\u2019s especially bad, as relying on such false information can risk your oral health. If you want to keep that from happening, though, you\u2019re in luck. Read on to learn four busted gum disease myths from your West Hartford dentist \u2014 it\u2019ll help clear things up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u201cGum Disease is Rare\u201d<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>One misconception about gum disease is that it\u2019s pretty rare. Namely, that people don\u2019t usually get it and therefore you don\u2019t need to worry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Unfortunately, this idea isn\u2019t true. The condition is actually common, with roughly 47% of Americans over 30 having it. Over 50% of U.S. children have it, too, though it\u2019s often in the form of gingivitis or gum inflammation. If plaque isn\u2019t removed with daily toothbrushing and cleaning, it can easily get beneath the gumline and cause an infection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u201cBleeding Gums are Normal\u201d<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Unless you\u2019re brushing too roughly with a hard-bristled toothbrush, it isn\u2019t normal for gums to bleed. In fact, that\u2019s a likely sign you have inflammation caused by gum disease.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When gums get infected, they can bleed more easily. Heavy buildup of plaque and tartar irritates gum tissue, causing it to become swollen, inflamed, and painful. As these symptoms develop, even minor forces can lead gums to bleed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re suffering from bleeding gums, see your dentist to stop your gum disease from worsening.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u201cGum Disease isn\u2019t a Big Deal\u201d<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You may think gum disease isn\u2019t a severe disorder. At best, maybe it\u2019ll only lead to some irritating gum tissue for a few weeks. No big deal, right?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Actually, that\u2019s wrong. While it starts in your teeth and gums, periodontal disease can affect your overall physical health. Without treatment, your infection will likely lead to tooth loss as gum tissue recedes. Plus, it can get into your bloodstream and become life-threatening.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u201cDamage from Gum Disease is Irreversible\u201d<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>After dealing with pain and tooth loss, you may believe the damage is permanent. However, that\u2019s just another myth. Using laser technology, your dentist can treat the infection with antibiotics and remove plaque and tartar from teeth and gum tissue. From there, you can begin the process of restoring your smile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In the end, gums need care as much as teeth do. Hopefully, now you know that you should clean them throughout your life!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Author<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.westhartforddentalgroup.com\/meet-ukti-phadnis.html\"><em>Dr. <\/em><em>Ukti Phadnis<\/em><\/a><em> is a dentist based in West Hartford, CT, having earned her DDM from the UConn School of Dental Medicine. Her work prioritizes high-quality dental care that provides proactive treatment and patient education. As such, her services include preventive, cosmetic, and restorative dentistry, as well as emergency dental services. 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