While gum disease affects almost half of Americans over the age of thirty, advanced gum disease is a serious medical condition, and it can require extensive dental work to be resolved. If gum disease is left untreated, it can lead to consequences such as tooth loss, erosion of the jawbone, and dangerous secondary infections such as pneumonia or sepsis. In some cases, tooth extraction may be recommended to treat advanced gum disease. Here’s what you should know if you are considering having your teeth removed to treat this condition.
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