If you have teeth then you have heard of gingivitis and gum disease. Once those adult teeth come in most dental professionals want to be sure all of their patients are aware of the symptoms and know how to prevent this unpleasant and damaging problem. In case, you haven’t seen the dentist lately or are in any doubt, the classic signs of gum disease are fairly easy to spot if you know what you are looking for. So if any, or a combination of these things are happening to you, then get yourself to a dentist and correct the problem before it gets worse.

• Bleeding gums when you brush
• Gums appear to have pulled away from the teeth
• Noticeable difference in how the teeth fit together

Most people assume that if their gums bleed after or during the process of brushing their teeth, then they did a good job and got all of the plague. Let’s make it clear, your gums should not bleed for any reason. Bleeding gums are one of the classic signs of gingivitis and gum disease. The bacteria that cause gum disease have found a foothold in your mouth and are getting ready to do some damage. Take action now to stop any further problems.

One of the most obvious signs of a healthy mouth is the gums fitting snuggly against the teeth. When the gums have pulled away from the surface of the teeth, pockets are created that are the perfect places for germs and bacteria to do its damage on your gums. Gingivitis and gum disease are both caused by the body allowing a place for them to breed and gums pulled back from the teeth are the perfect spot to set up residence and start a family. Without treatment, you are left with a lot of problems and the possibility of losing your teeth.

Over the years, we become accustomed to the way our teeth fit together. With gingivitis and gum disease, this fit may change. It is difficult to describe, but imagine suddenly having a problem with biting your lip because your teeth no longer sit together the way they once did. This type of change in the feel and comfort of your teeth is an indication that all is not necessarily well in your mouth. A check up with the dentist will help you decide what the problem is and how to correct it.