RIYADH: Bleeding gums, if ignored untreated could lead to more serious dental problems, said Dr. Khaled Al-Hamdan, Assistant Professor and head of the Division of Periodontics, Dentistry College, King Saud University (KSU). “Certain dental conditions such as bleeding gums are often ignored as people presume this to be a harmless problem,” said Dr. Al-Hamdan while addressing a symposium here that discussed latest advancements in gum disease. About 200 Saudi dentists and dental experts discussed latest advancements made in treatment of gum diseases at the symposium. Dr. Al-Hamdan said what people do not usually realize was seemingly risk-free conditions such as gum bleeding that could be a sign of disease that might lead to more serious chronic inflammatory diseases or even tooth loss if left untreated. “One of the objectives of organizing this lecture was to highlight and raise awareness for gum disease and the importance of treating gum problems, especially given today's advancements in dental technology and medical sciences,” he said.
