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Gum (Periodontal) Disease

Symptoms and Diagnosis

Symptoms

Symptoms of gum disease may include:

  • bad breath that won't go away
  • red or swollen gums
  • tender or bleeding gums
  • painful chewing
  • loose teeth
  • sensitive teeth
  • receding gums or longer appearing teeth

If You Have Symptoms

Any of these symptoms may be a sign of a serious problem that should be checked by a dentist. Sometimes gum disease has no clear symptoms.

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