Contagious Concern: Can Gum Disease Be Shared?

Many people only consider their teeth when they think of their dental health, but the truth is that your connective tissues are equally as significant. For example, periodontitis, or advanced gum disease, is the number one leading cause of tooth loss in adults.

Although this condition can’t be reversed once it reaches later stages, it can thankfully be prevented if it’s caught early enough. However, would you be surprised to learn that early gum disease, or gingivitis, can be contagious? Continue reading to learn more about it how this condition can be shared!