Did you know that “periodontal disease” is just another word for “gum disease”? In dentistry, “periodontal” usually refers to your pink oral tissue. They’re part of the reason your teeth are able to stay in place, so it’s important to take good care of them.
“Great,” you might be thinking, “but what’s with the random facts?”
This month happens to be Gum Care Month, which is all about – you guessed it – your soft pink oral tissue! So why not learn a new fact or two to celebrate? With these periodontal facts under your belt, you’ll be more than ready for Gum Care Month.
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