🦷🚨 SEVERE GUM DISEASE CAN COST YOU YOUR TEETH! 🚨🦷 When gum disease is left untreated, it doesn’t just stop at bleeding gums… it destroys the bone that holds your teeth in place. 😳 Here’s what happens in Severe Periodontal Disease 👇 🦠 Bacteria invade deep below the gums — forming pockets full of plaque and tartar. 🧱 Bone loss begins — your teeth start loosening as the foundation disappears. 🩸 Chronic inflammation — gums bleed easily, recede, and may form abscesses. 🦷 Teeth shift or fall

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🦷 Early Signs of Periodontal Disease to Be Aware Of Common early signs include persistent bad breath and receding gums, which may cause teeth to appear longer than normal. 😮‍💨 In some cases, symptoms aren’t visible 👀 That’s why saliva testing can help detect bacteria linked to periodontal disease risk early 🧪 👉 Follow us for more oral health tips #NaturalDentistry #HolisticDentistry #DentalCosmetics | Natural and Cosmetic Dentistry