{"id":122,"date":"2013-05-01T16:38:51","date_gmt":"2013-05-01T16:38:51","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blog.pinerundental.com\/?p=122"},"modified":"2013-05-01T16:38:51","modified_gmt":"2013-05-01T16:38:51","slug":"protect-yourself-against-gum-disease-with-periodontal-therapy-from-horsham-dental-elements","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.pinerundental.com\/blog\/protect-yourself-against-gum-disease-with-periodontal-therapy-from-horsham-dental-elements\/","title":{"rendered":"Protect Yourself against Gum Disease with Periodontal Therapy from Horsham Dental Elements"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"\"<\/a>Did you know that three out of four Americans today suffer from some level of gum disease<\/strong>? That\u2019s a large number, and one that we take seriously here at Horsham Dental Elements<\/a>. While gum disease<\/strong> (also referred to as periodontal disease) exhibits few symptoms in its earliest stages, it can become serious over time, resulting in pain, inflammation, bone deterioration, and even tooth loss. Research has shown that gum disease<\/strong> can even contribute to conditions such as cardiovascular disease, strokes, and diabetes. At his Horsham and Philadelphia dental offices<\/a>, Dr. Henkel<\/a> wants to help you keep your smile healthy and happy over the years, and that includes ensuring that you\u2019re protected against the threat of gum disease<\/a>. Here are some common symptoms you can look for at home:<\/p>\n