I went to the dentist the other day and I had no cavities which I though was good since I have not seen a dentist in many year prior to this point.  I was told by the dentist that I do have gum disease and that I need to see a Periodontist.

Why so I need to see a Periodontist?  I am not too sure what that is but I am guessing it has to do with my gums.  Why can not the dentist just do a deap cleaning that I thought you would get when people have gum issues.

I do not have dental insurance and I know if I go to one of those Periodontist people it will cost me way more then I can afford.   Is it really all that important that I go?  After all my teeth are just fine and my gums do not hurt me.