{"id":30,"date":"2017-07-20T14:44:56","date_gmt":"2017-07-20T14:44:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.cocoabeachdentist.com\/blog\/?p=30"},"modified":"2017-08-21T15:07:45","modified_gmt":"2017-08-21T15:07:45","slug":"gum-disease-cocoa-beach","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.cocoabeachdentist.com\/blog\/2017\/07\/20\/gum-disease-cocoa-beach\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Know If You Have Gum Disease in Cocoa Beach"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"OurWe\u2019re waging a war against periodontal (gum) disease here at Nawrocki Dental. It\u2019s one of the most common diseases for people in the US, with almost half of all adults suffering from the condition. The risk for gum disease rises above the age of 35, then again dramatically past age 55. Do you have gum disease in Cocoa Beach? Knowledge is power — keep reading to find out how you can tell, then schedule an appointment to seek treatment from <\/span>Dr. Gary C. Nawrocki<\/span><\/a>. \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Warning Signs of Gum Disease<\/span><\/h2>\n

When you visit your dentist for a checkup and cleaning every six months, we can help you steer clear of gum disease and catch any infection early. We\u2019ll check for the evidence of periodontal pockets, or spaces between your teeth and gums where bacteria builds up and eats away at your healthy gum tissue. Deep pockets indicate moderate to severe gum disease and the need for prompt treatment. <\/span><\/p>\n

Only your dentist or hygienist can check for periodontal pockets. Some of the warning signs of gum disease you can look out for on your own include:<\/span><\/p>\n