News & Articles: Gum Disease

The link between gum disease and obesity

Along with being associated with heart disease, diabetes, and even increased mortality, obesity is also associated with periodontal disease. The link between gum disease

Pregnancy and gum disease

Pregnancy can lead to dental problems in some women, including gum disease and increased risk of tooth decay. During pregnancy, your increased hormones can

Diabetes and Gum Disease

Did you know that there is estimated to be over 4 million people living with diabetes in the UK at present. This represents 6% of the UK population

Effective prevention of Periodontal diseases

Bleeding gums are not a natural sign and generally indicate poor gum health. This may manifest as blood in your saliva when brushing teeth and

Gum Disease and Smoking – what we know

We already know smoking is a main cause of severe gum disease and can have long lasting effects. Gum disease or Periodontal disease is

How to identify gum disease

Did you know Gum Disease is the most common disease to affect humans? Do I have Gum Disease? The early stages of gum disease