Bleeding gums after flossing? A little tenderness when you brush? Most people wave these off as minor annoyances. But gums that act up are usually flagging something worth paying attention to. September's designation as Gum Care Month is a good excuse to actually listen. At Solstice Smiles Dental, we treat gum health as a window into a patient's broader health, not a cosmetic afterthought. Here's what we want our patients to know this month. Start With the Signs Your gums com

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