Gum Disease Prevention

Gum Disease Prevention

Prevention is refreshingly simple

Gum disease is caused by plaque left along and beneath the gumline — so prevention is about consistent removal. Daily flossing, twice-daily brushing angled into the gumline, and professional cleanings on schedule stop the process before it starts.

Already had gum treatment? Periodic maintenance cleanings — typically every three to four months — are what keep the disease from returning. We’ll set the right interval for you and make it easy to keep.

• Floss daily — it’s the gumline that counts
• Brush at a 45° angle into the gum margin
• Professional cleanings on your schedule
• Don’t smoke — it doubles your risk
• Watch for bleeding: it’s the first warning sign