What Happens to Your Jawbone When Gum Disease Goes Untreated?
Medically reviewed by Dr. Shalom Mintz You brush, you floss, and maybe you even remember to schedule a cleaning now and then. However, gum disease has a way of progressing without obvious pain, and the consequences extend far beyond red or swollen gums. Left unchecked, the bacteria and chronic inflammation behind periodontal disease can quietly…