{"id":59,"date":"2019-02-06T18:57:34","date_gmt":"2019-02-06T18:57:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.pacificviewdentalgroup.com\/blog\/?p=59"},"modified":"2019-02-26T19:01:15","modified_gmt":"2019-02-26T19:01:15","slug":"gum-disease-therapy-huntington-beach","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.pacificviewdentalgroup.com\/blog\/2019\/02\/06\/gum-disease-therapy-huntington-beach\/","title":{"rendered":"Gum Disease Therapy in Huntington Beach Protects Your Smile and Your Health"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"redGum disease\u2014not exactly a hot topic, but one worth discussing, especially now during Gum Disease Awareness Month. Did you know that up to 85 percent of Americans have one stage or another of gum disease and many don\u2019t even know they have this bacterial infection? Gum disease isn\u2019t only a problem in your mouth, but it could create health problems throughout the body. Fortunately, gum disease therapy in Huntington Beach can stop the advance of the disease and reverse the effects. Continue reading to learn more about gum health and therapy methods.<\/a><\/p>\n

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

Gum, or periodontal disease, is a bacterial infection of the soft tissue\u2014your gums\u2014and the underlying bone structure that support your teeth. The disease begins with plaque and tartar accumulation along your gum line. If not removed regularly with daily brushing and flossing, then the bacteria in plaque can lead to gum disease.<\/p>\n

How is Gum Disease Recognized?<\/h2>\n

Initially, gum disease may not show any outward signs, which is why checkups with a dentist in Huntington Beach are so important. Trained hygienists will measure the depth of gum pockets around your teeth. A depth greater than four millimeters is one of the leading indicators of periodontal disease.<\/p>\n

Other signs that you should be on the lookout for include:<\/p>\n