{"id":31,"date":"2013-11-26T23:13:04","date_gmt":"2013-11-26T23:13:04","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blog.southridgedental.com\/?p=31"},"modified":"2025-10-24T12:40:22","modified_gmt":"2025-10-24T12:40:22","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":"<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.southridgedental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/11\/shutterstock_9346238511.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-35\" style=\"margin: 8px 10px;\" title=\"shutterstock_93462385(1)\" src=\"https:\/\/www.southridgedental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/11\/shutterstock_9346238511-225x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"225\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.southridgedental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/11\/shutterstock_9346238511-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.southridgedental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/11\/shutterstock_9346238511.jpg 751w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px\" \/><\/a>Today, a staggering three out of four Americans are suffering from some stage of <strong>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, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.southridgedental.com\/meet-the-doctor.html\">Dr. Dunson<\/a> is here to help! We take the threat of <strong>gum disease<\/strong> very seriously at our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.southridgedental.com\/contact-us.html\">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 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.southridgedental.com\/family-dentistry.html\">gum disease<\/a>:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Gums that bleed during or after brushing\/flossing<\/li>\n<li>Gums that are tender, discolored, or swollen<\/li>\n<li>Bad breath that persists even after using mouthwash and other oral hygiene methods<\/li>\n<li>A bite that suddenly feels strange or looser<\/li>\n<li>Teeth that appear longer (this could mean your gums are receding)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Also, here are some factors that could cause you to be at a higher risk of <strong>gum disease<\/strong>:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>If you\u2019re 65 or older<\/li>\n<li>If you regularly smoke and\/or use tobacco<\/li>\n<li>If you regularly deal with stress<\/li>\n<li>If you suffer from diabetes<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Of course, it\u2019s important to remember that <strong>Dr. Dunson<\/strong> and his dental team should be your first line of defense against this threat! We can provide customized treatment if needed to treat your gums and restore them to full health. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.southridgedental.com\/contact-us.html\">Contact<\/a> our <strong>Denton<\/strong> office today to schedule an appointment!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Today, a staggering three out of four Americans are suffering from some stage of gum disease. That\u2019s a huge amount of people, and one that shouldn\u2019t be taken lightly, by any means. 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