{"id":209,"date":"2020-01-13T01:31:00","date_gmt":"2020-01-13T01:31:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.youngfamilydentistry.com\/blog\/?p=209"},"modified":"2020-02-13T01:32:50","modified_gmt":"2020-02-13T01:32:50","slug":"heres-how-to-stop-gum-disease-in-its-tracks-before-it-develops","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.youngfamilydentistry.com\/blog\/2020\/01\/13\/heres-how-to-stop-gum-disease-in-its-tracks-before-it-develops\/","title":{"rendered":"Here\u2019s How to Stop Gum Disease in Its Tracks Before It Develops!"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Statistics show that over half of the adult population in\nAmerica have some form of gum\ndisease<\/a>. What\u2019s worse is that the problem is only getting worse; thus,\nsomething needs to be done to reverse this poor trend. As you continue reading,\nyou\u2019ll learn about gum disease, which includes what the leading cause is, how a\ndentist in Joplin helps patients recover and what you can do to protect\nyourself.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

What is Gum Disease?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019ve noticed frequent gum bleeding, then there is a\nchance that you\u2019re experiencing the early stages of gum (periodontal) disease.\nThe condition is brought on by plaque growth that has travelled beneath the gum\nline to cause germ pockets to form. If neglected, the symptoms can become much worse.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Over time, unaddressed gum disease can lead to the ligaments\nand bone that hold your teeth in place to dissolve, which can contribute to gum\nrecession, and your teeth shifting or even dislodging.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What Contributes to Plaque Growth?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The primary food of oral bacteria is sugar. If not properly\nremoved after eating or drinking, any leftover debris can attract the harmful\nmicroorganisms to the area, and as several types join, they can form plaque. The\nclear-sticky substance can then go on to wreak havoc on your teeth and gums.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ways to Prevent Gum Disease<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The best way to treat gum disease is to prevent the condition\nfrom ever developing. Here are some simple yet effective ways to accomplish\nthis:<\/p>\n\n\n\n