Dr. Deborah A. Almeida, DMD

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More than one and three people over age 30 have a form of periodontal disease that has advanced beyond gingivitis. However, because periodontal disease develops silently and painlessly, the majority of people do not even realize they have it.
Knowing the state of your periodontal health is important. So, if you dont know, ask your dental professional. It's a good idea to know because periodontal disease and dental decay are the primary causes of adult tooth loss. But even more importantly, recent research has found a relationship between periodontal infection and more serious health problems, such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes, respiratory disease and preterm low birth weight babies.
As you can see, good periodontal health is key component of a healthy body.