Your Gum Health Is Important

Your teeth have a tough time trying to do it all by themselves. The simple fact of the matter is that they depend on the strength of some surrounding tissue, including your gums, and they need their own maintenance, too. That means that if you have been brushing your teeth alone, you are kind of missing the point. And when you start to see redness or swelling along the gumline, you’re ready to talk to your dentist about making a change. Because this could be a sign of periodontal disease or gingivitis; schedule your next checkup to find out how you’re doing.

At our helpful, neighborhood office at Gentle Smiles in Dallas, TX, you have the opportunity to keep an eye on your oral health. We work with North Texans to help them maintain and improve their smile safety, and we know how important gum health is in that conversation. Bacterial buildup of plaque and calculus can happen at and below the gumline, causing periodontal tissue to inflame and pull back from its normal location. So, when it’s time for your next visit, let’s measure your gums and make a plan to improve the strength of your smile.

Your mouth is more than just your teeth. When you’re ready for a refresh, ask about ways to improve your gum health at Gentle Smiles.

Flossing Helps Fight Back Against Bacterial Buildup

We know that you are spending enough time brushing your teeth, taking a full two minutes twice each day to remove bacterial accumulation of plaque. But if you’re not being diligent about your flossing, then you could struggle to keep a safe smile. That’s because you can only reach about 60% of each tooth’s surface with brushing alone.

So, make sure that you get the spaces in between with daily flossing. By removing bacterial buildup, you help to avoid problems like tooth decay. You also work to keep your gums safe from periodontal disease.

Your Checkups Are Your Gum Health Opportunity

It’s also essential to stick to your schedule of checkups. These visits include both a cleaning and an examination, helping you stay on top of your smile needs. And when you miss them, you could start to notice redness or swelling along your gumline.

When that happens, then you’re definitely ready for an appointment. This could be a sign of such concerns like gingivitis or periodontal disease, and those put smiles at risk. Let’s fight for yours.

Schedule Your Checkups At Gentle Smiles

If it’s been a while since your last biannual dental checkup, let’s meet for a cleaning and an exam. To find out more about improving your gum health with consistent care, call Gentle Smiles Family Dentistry at 972-329-7645 today.