Gum disease is a serious problem that affects approximately fifty percent of American adults. The primary cause of gum disease is the buildup of plaque and tartar on your teeth. As those substances accumulate, your gums begin to swell, allowing the plaque accumulate below the gumline. Some of the symptoms... Read more » Do you suspect that you have gum disease? You’re not the only one. 47.2% of adults over 30 in the United States have been diagnosed with chronic periodontitis, and even more are in the initial stages of gum disease. The main cause of gum disease is plaque--that sticky, colorless film... Read more » 
