Do Not Wait For Your Gums To Bleed

Brushing and flossing may seem like a chore some days and an activity you can push off a day or two without negative repercussions, but you should not wait until your gums are swollen and bleeding before you decide your oral health is important. “Make a decision today, to love your gums for a lifetime and they will love you back,” says Dr.Denine Rice.

            Regular brushing and flossing routines are the only way to remove food from the surface of your teeth and between your teeth. Without brushing and flossing the food begins to build up, causing gingivitis or worse, periodontal disease. Once your gums are bleeding, this is a sign of gingivitis the first stage of periodontal disease. No amount of bleeding is normal. You may think one or two days without brushing and flossing is not going to harm your smile, but just a few minutes after eating, the food mixes with the bacteria that is already in your mouth leaving you open to major and minor dental problems.

With regular brushing and flossing habits you can avoid this potentially costly decision and enjoy a healthy smile that will last a lifetime. For more information on your smile and how to improve your gum health, contact Dr. Rice and her team today.