SELF
EVALUATION FOR PERIODONTAL DISEASE (GUM
INFECTION):
| 1. |
Are your gums red or swollen? |
| 2. |
Do you ever have pain in your mouth? |
| 3. |
Do your gums bleed during brushing?
|
| 4. |
Do you have persistent bad breath
or bad taste in your mouth? |
| 5. |
Have your gums pulled away from
your teeth? |
| 6. |
Have you noticed pus between your
teeth and gums? |
| 7. |
Are your teeth loose and separating? |
| 8. |
Do you show too much gum when you
smile? |
| 9. |
Have you notice any change in your
bite? |
| 10. |
Do you ever develop sores in your
mouth?. |
If you answered yes
to any of these questions you may have
a serious infection called periodontal
disease. You can also have the disease
with no symptoms or pain. That is why
it is so important to have a periodontal
exam at least ones a year. Dr.
Oreamuno can help you save your
natural teeth and maintain your smile.
