Swollen, bleeding gums can impact your overall health. If you think you've got gingivitis and have been ducking the dentist, make that phone call before it leads to tooth loss.
If your gums are red and swollen or bleed frequently, you may have gum disease, also known as periodontal disease. This chronic inflammation begins when bacteria irritate and invade your gums. Left untreated, gum disease can ultimately cause tooth loss and other health problems as well.
