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You may not have known, but September is National Gum Care Month. That means now is a great time to learn about your gums and how to keep them healthy<\/a>! Doing so would help your smile plenty, improving its health and looks alike. As for where you should start, take some time to discover some interesting facts about gum disease. Your local Austin dentist will even provide a few in this helpful summary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

It Isn\u2019t Just for \u201cOld\u201d People<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

A lot of people view gum disease as an \u201cold people\u201d condition. However, the truth is that this issue doesn\u2019t just affect seniors; it affects both the young and the elderly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To be specific, anyone \u2013 folks of all ages \u2013 can get gum disease. A person\u2019s age only impacts how likely you are to get it, not your potential immunity. That\u2019s why everyone should get dental checkups every six months; they\u2019ll prevent or treat the issue. Given these facts, talk to your dentist if you think you have gum disease and let them have a look.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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

Gum disease can sound like a pretty painful problem, at least based on the gossip. Even so, this oral condition can be rather painless at first.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Remember, gum disease doesn\u2019t start as full-blown periodontitis. It begins as gingivitis \u2013 a mild irritation of the gums that doesn\u2019t always draw much attention. In most cases, a gum infection won\u2019t start causing pain, bleeding, and similar symptoms until it\u2019s advanced awhile. Those facts alone are enough to warrant regular dental checkups to detect gum disease early.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It Can Worsen With Stress<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

While your oral health is mainly influenced by diet and oral care, your mood can also play a role. It turns out gum disease can actually get worse when you\u2019re stressed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You see, chronic stress weakens the immune system \u2013 the bodily network that protects you from infections. It often keeps cells, tissues, and organs from properly fighting harmful bacteria. For that reason, your stress levels could make your gum disease severe over time. You\u2019d do well to relax through proper techniques, exercise, and other stress-reducing activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It Has a Genetic Factor<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

As it turns out, genes don\u2019t just influence things like height and hair color; they can also raise or lower your risk of gum disease.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It comes down to the latest scientific research. According to the American Academy of Periodontology, genes can impact how likely you are to develop gum disease. Even someone with the best oral habits could be at risk if their genetics aren\u2019t great. That being the case, talk to your dentist if gum disease runs in your family.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As you learn the facts about gum disease, don\u2019t stop with those above. Consult your dental provider \u2013 they\u2019ll gladly share more and help you honor National Gum Care Month!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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

Westlake Dental Arts<\/a> is based in the western part of Austin, TX. Thanks to Dr. Long<\/a> and her leadership, our practice combines expert dental care with a warm and caring team. That means we provide judgment-free treatment that helps your smile thrive, whether you need preventive, cosmetic, or restorative work. Our team is even able to fix infected gums with gum disease treatment! For more details or to book a visit, you can reach us on our website<\/a> or by phone at (512)-328-0155<\/strong>.<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

You may not have known, but September is National Gum Care Month. That means now is a great time to learn about your gums and how to keep them healthy! Doing so would help your smile plenty, improving its health and looks alike. As for where you should start, take some time to discover some […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"yoast_head":"\n4 Key Facts About Gum Disease | Westlake Hills Dental Arts<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"September is Gum Care Month, so now is an excellent time to learn facts about gum disease. 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