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Concerns Rise over the Incidence of Gum Disease

The WKU Dental Hygiene Clinic
The WKU Dental Hygiene Clinic

By Dan Modlin

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Bowling Green, KY – Some recent research indicates that periodontal disease is more widespread than previously believed. Coupled with concerns that gum disease can be linked to a variety of serious health problems, the situation underscores the importance of getting comprehensive periodontal exams on a regular basis. Dr. Terry Dean, the Supervising Dentist in the WKU Dental Clinic, talks with Dan Modlin