{"id":80,"date":"2013-11-22T15:26:07","date_gmt":"2013-11-22T15:26:07","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blog.njsmile.com\/?p=80"},"modified":"2013-11-22T15:26:07","modified_gmt":"2013-11-22T15:26:07","slug":"protect-your-smile-from-the-threat-of-gum-disease-with-help-from-drs-resnick-and-rosenfeld","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.njsmile.com\/blog\/protect-your-smile-from-the-threat-of-gum-disease-with-help-from-drs-resnick-and-rosenfeld\/","title":{"rendered":"Protect Your Smile from the Threat of Gum Disease with Help from Drs. Resnick and Rosenfeld"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"\"<\/a>Many dental patients are surprised to learn the most common threat their oral health faces isn\u2019t something obvious like common cavities or grinding \u2013 in fact, it\u2019s an ailment that doesn\u2019t directly affect your teeth at all. Nearly 80% of the population suffers from a stage of periodontal disease<\/strong> (also referred to as gum disease), and although this condition only exhibits mild symptoms in the early stages, it can lead to devastating consequences if left untreated, include jawbone deterioration and tooth loss. Studies have even shown that its presence can worsen illnesses like diabetes and heart disease. Here in at Resnick and Rosenfeld, DDS<\/a> in Edison<\/a>, our team takes the threat of periodontal disease<\/a> very seriously; that\u2019s why we rely on microscopic analysis, which can predict (even in its earliest stages) which patients have the potential to develop the condition. If you\u2019re between check-ups, however, Drs. Resnick and Rosenfeld<\/a> still want you to feel well-informed when it comes to your oral health. \u00a0Here are some common symptoms concerning periodontal disease<\/strong> that you can keep an eye out for in the comfort of your own home:<\/p>\n