If you’ve been dealing with swollen, bleeding, or otherwise irritated gums, there’s a strong chance that you’re battling gum disease. However, gum disease isn’t always obvious, nor is it harmless; in fact, many patients with this condition either don’t realize they have it, or don’t recognize the serious implications of leaving it untreated! This is likely due to the many myths and falsehoods floating around about gum disease. With that in mind, keep reading as your dentist debunks five of the most popular myths about the condition.

Your smile is the first feature that people notice about you, meaning that if you’re unhappy with the state of your grin, you’re probably also a little concerned about the first impressions you’re making. But fortunately, smile makeovers exist for the sole purpose of revamping and upgrading your pearly whites and ensuring that every time you smile, the whole world smiles back at you! Keep reading to learn a little more about what goes into a smile makeover and how you’ll greatly benefit from the treatment.