Gingivitis is a common type of periodontal disease. The common symptoms include inflammation, tenderness, redness, and bleeding of the gums. Most of the time, this infection is brought about by a bacterial infection that spreads to the gums as a result of buildups of plaque and tartar. Periodontal disease is more common than you may think. In fact, half of American adults over the age of 30 are dealing with it. But is it contagious? A dentist explains whether or not it can spread from one person to another and how you can avoid it.

There are so many exciting March holidays coming up in the near future. We are all so excited to get back to our everyday lives now that spring is nearly in the air. However, you shouldn’t slack when it comes you your smile. You certainly don’t want to end up spending extra time in the dental chair when summer comes around in a few months. Here are some of the fun March holidays coming up and what to be wary of in your diet.