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Podcast: The Get Healthy Tampa Bay Podcast
Episode: E119: Gum Disease Explained—Causes, Symptoms & How to Protect Your Health with Dr. Mukanga
Description: Welcome to the Get Healthy Tampa Bay Podcast with Dr. Kerry Reller! This week, I’m joined again by Dr. Valerie Mukanga, general dentist and CEO of Healing Wings Dental in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas. In this episode, we take a deep dive into gum disease, discussing what it is, why it happens, and why it matters beyond just your mouth.Dr. Mukanga explains the difference between gingivitis and periodontitis, the early signs to watch out for, and how poor technique—even if you're brushing daily—can still lead to problems. We cover proper brushing and flossing methods, the ro...