Imagine for a minute that your hand started to bleed when you washed it. This would likely be cause for alarm and may even warrant a trip to the doctor, right? Why then, do we overlook it when our gums bleed during brushing? Most of us wouldn’t think twice about it, but did you know that bleeding gums is one of the first signs of gum disease? Periodontal, or gum disease should not be overlooked; your Huber Heights dentist explains how healthy gums relate to your overall health.