{"id":389,"date":"2023-09-01T15:54:00","date_gmt":"2023-09-01T15:54:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.benchmarkfamilydental.com\/blog\/?p=389"},"modified":"2023-10-09T14:25:06","modified_gmt":"2023-10-09T14:25:06","slug":"interesting-gum-disease-facts","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.benchmarkfamilydental.com\/blog\/interesting-gum-disease-facts\/","title":{"rendered":"4 Gum Disease Facts You Should Know About"},"content":{"rendered":"
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September is here, so you might get caught up in its special occasions. (Labor Day would be especially relevant due to the country\u2019s recent \u201chot labor summer.\u201d) Still, this month has more than Fall festivals and three-day weekends. These thirty days also represent National Gum Care Month! As such, now is the time to learn about gums<\/a> and their role in oral health. So, here are four exciting gum disease facts to know in honor of September\u2019s arrival!<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

It Affects Half of All U.S. Adults<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

You might think gum disease isn\u2019t that widespread. Truthfully, though, it happens to be a rather prevalent condition, and statistics back up this grim reality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The CDC concludes that 50% of U.S. adults over the age of 30 have gum disease. Other dental authorities, meanwhile, believe the number is closer to 80% of the U.S. adult population. The latter idea would mean almost all grown Americans have gum infections.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It Can Cause Tooth Loss<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Per its name, gum disease can seem like an issue that only affects gums. However, this assumption doesn\u2019t bear out. The condition can actually cause tooth loss as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In fact, losing teeth from gum disease is common. Extensive research shows that the infection causes more tooth loss cases than cavities. As for why, the reason is simple: infected gums tend to recede and erode your jawbone. In doing so, they can cause teeth to lose the support needed to stay in place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s Linked to Serious Conditions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Often enough, most don\u2019t view gum disease as life-threatening. The truth of the matter, though, is that a gum infection puts you at risk of severe health problems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To be more specific, gum disease can trigger life-threatening illnesses.  One is heart disease, as bacteria from infected gums can reach your heart valves via the bloodstream. Other research shows gum disease can make you more likely to develop Alzheimer\u2019s and dementia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It Can Be Hereditary<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Even if you practice impeccable oral care, you may not be fully safe from gum disease. Recent studies suggest one\u2019s genes can make you susceptible to it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The conclusion comes from work done by the American Academy of Periodontology. According to the latter group\u2019s scholars, gum disease really may run in your family. You should thus consult a dentist about gum infections if your family members tend to get them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Hopefully, these interesting gum disease facts will help you take the appropriate measures to protect your mouth. You\u2019d then be helping honor this year\u2019s National Gum Care Month.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

About the Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Benchmark Family Dental<\/em><\/a> is based in Copperas Cove, TX. Led by <\/em>Dr. Daniel Caraveo<\/em><\/a>, our practice happily gives each patient the top-tier dental care they deserve. We thus offer preventive, cosmetic, and restorative treatments, as well as emergency oral procedures. Naturally, then, our team provides quality fixes for gum disease and related conditions. If you\u2019d like more information or to book a visit, you can reach us on <\/em>our website<\/em><\/a> or by phone at (254)-547-4866<\/strong>.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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