One of the common and major cause of tooth loss in adults is gum disease or periodontal disease which is actually a gum infection. It gum disease is detected and diagnosed at an early age, it can easily be detected. If you are experiencing warning signs of gum infection or gum disease such as bleeding gums, red, tender or swollen gums, the presence of pus between your teeth and gums when they are pressed, gums seem to be pulling away from the teeth, persistent bad breath and bad taste in the mouth, a change in your bite, loose or mobile teeth and a change in the fit of your dentures, make sure you notify your dentist. So that you may be warned and be given appropriate treatments that you need depending on the stage of your gum disease.