Gum Disease Treatment

Whether you require treatment for gum recession, gum disease pain relief or something similar, our tailored solutions for periodontics will improve your oral health.

Gum disease treatment (periodontics)

Our gum infection treatments are customised to meet your specific needs. We aim to start with the least invasive approach which involves decontamination. This involves professional cleaning under the deep periodontal pockets and thorough cleaning of the root surfaces. In more advanced cases, we’ll use a range of minor surgical procedures to re-establish your periodontal health. This involves smoothing and correcting defects and irregularities in the bone and soft tissue surrounding the diseased teeth.

Our dentists and hygienists work together closely to educate patients on how to prevent gum disease. Good oral health has a proven link to overall health which means if you look after your gums, you could mitigate against other conditions like heart disease and cancer.

Gum Disease Treatment benefits

Tailored to your needs

We’ll provide the best treatment for your gums, completely tailored to your needs.

Happy, healthy mouth

We provide comprehensive gum therapy treatment to give you a confident smile and protect your oral health.

Long-term health

We provide personalised treatment for healthy gums and give professional advice for long-term oral health.

How it works

Our effective gum disease treatments are customised to meet your specific needs.

Assessment

We’ll assess your dental needs and create a personalised treatment plan.

Treatment

We’ll provide the necessary treatment for your gums. This includes thorough scaling and debridement of your gums and teeth.

Education

So you can maintain good oral hygiene and prevent gum disease at home, we provide comprehensive tools and advice to help you.

Maintenance and follow-up

Continue the skills you’ve learnt to maintain your oral health. Return for dental and hygiene appointments to check everything is how it should be.

FAQs

What is periodontitis and what causes it?

It’s the clinical term for advanced gum disease. It means ‘inflammation of the supporting structures that hold the tooth in the jaw.’ It’s usually caused by poor dental hygiene and is a serious infection. Plaque builds up and eventually damages the gums. If left untreated, it can destroy the jawbone as well. In very bad cases, it can lead to tooth removal.

Can periodontitis be cured?

Periodontal disease is the more serious form of gingivitis. However, gingivitis can be reversed with daily brushing and flossing. Gum infection treatment on the other hand, can usually only treat periodontitis and keep it under control. Having a consultation with our periodontist will help decide which treatment option is suitable for you.

Is periodontal disease contagious?

Bacteria in the gums causes periodontal disease. Because of this, there’s a risk that the infection could be carried via salvia. Kissing and close contact with shared food and utensils etc. could potentially transmit the disease. However, the main cause of periodontal disease is poor dental hygiene.

What are the symptoms of periodontitis?

Swollen, red and tender gums, toothache, bad breath, or loose teeth are all symptoms of periodontitis. You may have few or no symptoms, so a dentist can examine and diagnose this for you. It’s important that you attend regular dental check-ups and hygiene appointments so gum disease can be detected if it’s there. If you don’t do this, gum disease can remain unfound for decades. Going to the dentist to treat inflamed gums can relieve some of these symptoms.

Ready for the next step?

Our dentists provide high-quality care and customised treatments to improve your oral health. If you’re experiencing symptoms of periodontitis, you can visit one of our practices for gum ache treatment and an accurate diagnosis.

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