Undetected Gum Disease Can Be Dangerous

We’ve all heard that an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure, but when it comes to gum disease, prevention may be worth even more. After all, wouldn’t you rather prevent a crisis than manage one? And believe it or not, gum disease is at crisis levels, even here in Portland.

It doesn’t make the nightly news, but more than 50 percent of people in the Portland area don’t visit a dentist regularly. Even worse, of that 50 percent of the population, 80 percent have some degree of gum or bone disease. Could you be among those statistics?

The answer is Dr. Richard Knight and the professional dental staff at Richard B. Knight, DMD, PC. They know how important good oral health is, and they have the experience to help detect and, if necessary, treat gum disease. Seeing Dr. Knight on a regular schedule is the best ounce of prevention around.

Call Richard B. Knight, DMD, PC today at (503) 284-3588 to find out how we can help you prevent and treat gum disease. Your teeth and gums will thank you!