If you have periodontal (or gum) disease, you may be a good candidate for the Perio Protect treatment program. According to the 2003 World Health Organization, more than 75% of the U.S. population over the age of 35 has some form of gum disease. If you are not sure that you have periodontal disease, you should visit your dentist for a professional evalutation, but symptoms of the disease include the following:
- Bleeding gums when brushing or flossing
- Receding gums (teeth appear longer)
- Obvious plaque, tarter or calculus
- Spaces developing between your teeth
- Swollen, red or tender gums
- Persistent bad breath
- Sensitive teeth
- Teeth are loose or mobile
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