It may come as no surprise that the leading dental issue among children and adolescents is tooth decay; it is actually more prevalent than childhood obesity or diabetes. What is surprising, however, is the statistic that “nearly 50 % of teenagers suffer from periodontal disease.” We tend to think of gum disease as more commonly associated with the adult population, but the indications show us that certain lifestyle habits or genetic tendencies do influence the vulnerability of our younger people.
Visit the Aspen Dental website, https://www.cherry-creekdentist.com to learn about the importance of periodontal evaluation and early treatment in protecting against serious repercussions of gum disease.
Aspen Dental
3300 East 1st Avenue #300
Denver, CO 80206
(720) 797-5328