Inflamed gums are often not painful. However, the condition can be accompanied by bleeding gums, sensitive gums, a bad taste in the mouth or bad breath.
Advanced gum inflammation (periodontal disease) may be related to the following conditions:
- cardiovascular diseases
- diabetes mellitus
- rheumatoid arthritis
- chronic kidney disease
- Alzheimer’s disease
- pneumonia
- cancer
- erectile dysfunction
- atherosclerosis
In these cases, oral hygiene is particularly important for your overall health.
Do you suffer from such complaints? Contact us or make an appointment online.
