Do Bleeding Gums Mean I Have Gum Disease?

Periodontal (gum) disease affects millions of US adults. However, some studies indicate that as much as half of these patients don’t even know they’re suffering from this common oral health condition. For this reason, screening for periodontal disease is a regular part of dental checkups at I-20 Dental. Dr. Stephen Wardlaw and his team will do their utmost to help our patients prevent this potentially damaging oral health issue. We can also provide a variety of periodontal therapies to put the smile back on your face, but the first step is to make an accurate diagnosis.
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