You’re brushing your teeth one night, and when you look down in the sink, you notice a distinct color to your saliva. Your gums have been bleeding whenever you brush your teeth, and according to what you’ve read online, this may be an indication that you have gum disease. When it comes to treating gum disease, there are typically two approaches trained doctors can use: non-surgical and surgical periodontal therapy. Of course, non-surgical is less invasive, but what does it actually entail? Today, we’re going to discuss how it works and why it could be exactly what your smile needs to be healthy again.
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