{"id":31,"date":"2013-11-26T23:13:04","date_gmt":"2013-11-26T23:13:04","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blog.southridgedental.com\/?p=31"},"modified":"2026-10-09T19:53:13","modified_gmt":"2026-10-09T19:53:13","slug":"dr-dunson-can-help-keep-your-smile-safe-from-gum-disease-in-denton-tx","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.southridgedental.com\/blog\/dr-dunson-can-help-keep-your-smile-safe-from-gum-disease-in-denton-tx\/","title":{"rendered":"Dr. Dunson Can Help Keep Your Smile Safe from Gum Disease in Denton, TX"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Recognizing the Signs of Gum Disease<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Today, a staggering three out of four Americans are suffering from some stage of gum disease<\/strong>. That\u2019s a huge amount of people, and one that shouldn\u2019t be taken lightly, by any means. While this common ailment is relatively harmless in its earliest phases, exhibiting only mild or even nonexistent symptoms, it can eventually lead to devastating consequences if left untreated, such as serious pain, jawbone and oral tissue deterioration, and even tooth loss. Research has even shown that it can contribute to serious conditions like diabetes and cardiovascular disease. Thankfully, Dr. Dunson<\/a> is here to help! We take the threat of gum disease<\/strong> very seriously at our Denton<\/a> office, and we\u2019ll always thoroughly check your teeth and gums for any sign of it whenever you come in for your regular check-ups. In the meantime, here are some common symptoms you can check for in the comfort of your own home that can suggest the presence of gum disease<\/a>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n