Dr. Robert Erlach's Dental Blog

Gums are usually a healthy shade of pink. Any time there is discoloration, such as being extra red or blotchy in appearance, there might be an infection. Also any swollenness, pain, sensitivity, or bleeding is a definite signal, so contact a dentist right away for an appointment. Furthermore the beginning stages of periodontal (gum) disease can have no symptoms, so it is important to have regular appointments every 6 months so your dentist can give a thorough examination and cleaning.