Do your gums bleed after you brush or floss? Do they look red and puffy? Do you have constant bad breath? If so, you may have gum disease. It’s a common condition, but if left untreated, it can lead to other health problems down the road, including a stroke. Since May is National Stroke Awareness Month, your dentist is here to talk about how gum disease therapy in downtown Portland could help prevent you from a having a stroke.