Lone Tree, Company (March 28, 2011)—Angela Osborn DDS is usually proud to introduce OralDNA® testing. OralDNA® testing is a revolutionary method that discovers specific periodontal (gum) health conditions as well as risk level regarding serious periodontal diseases as well as HPV-related oral and throat varieties of cancer.

Approximately 80% of American adults are afflicted by some form of gum disease [American Dental Hygienists' Association], and the majority don’t know they have it since symptoms often don’t show till after age 30. Although adults aren’t the only ones in jeopardy—gum disease is found in little ones and teenagers as well.

Gum disease poses serious risks so that you can oral health. It causes irritation of the gums, the formation of pockets (spaces between the teeth and gums), and even tooth loss.

Periodontal ailment doesn’t just affect oral health. Based on the American Academy of Periodontology, gum disease is linked to such serious health conditions as diabetes, heart problems, respiratory diseases, Alzheimer’s disease, preterm, lower birth-weight babies, stroke, osteoporosis, in addition to diabetes.