Periodontal disease is often silent. This means symptoms, particularly pain, may not appear until an advanced stage of the disease. However, you should still be on the lookout for the signs and symptoms, which include:
If you notice any of these symptoms, be sure to contact your dentist or periodontist right away!
If your gums bleed or become sore after flossing, don’t panic. If you haven’t been flossing regularly then the gums will be inflamed and will bleed more easily. If the bleeding persists — see your dentist.