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Facts about Periodontal Health

1. Gum disease is a silent disease.
2. Gum disease isn’t just a disease for older people.
3. Starts with Gingivitis.
4. “Pink in the sink” is not normal.
5. Chronic bad breath is a sign of gum disease.
6. Periodontitis is a disease that, when it is left untreated, will cause tooth loss.
7. Periodontal disease is connected to variety of other diseases, including heart disease, diabetes, and rheumatoid arthritis.
8. Gum disease can be hereditary.
9. You can control Gum disease and it’s preventable.
10. While it is rare, it can be contagious if the receiving body is susceptible.
11. Dental implants can get gum disease too.

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