Gum treatment
Healthy gums hold a healthy smile
Bleeding or swollen gums are an early sign. Treated early, gum disease can usually be reversed.
About the treatment
Gum disease is common, and treatable
A build-up of tartar and bacteria inflames the gums, making them red, swollen and quick to bleed. This early stage, gingivitis, can usually be reversed with professional cleaning and good daily care.
Left untreated, it can progress to periodontitis: the gums pull away from the teeth and form infected pockets, and the bone and tissue that hold the teeth are slowly lost.
Signs to look out for
- Bleeding gumsEspecially when brushing or flossing.
- Receding gumsTeeth look longer, or roots become visible.
- Bad breathPersistent bad breath despite brushing.
- Loose or drifting teethNew spaces between teeth, or teeth that move.
Treatment
How gum disease is treated
Assessment
Your gums and the pockets around each tooth are checked to see how far the disease has gone.
Deep cleaning
Scaling removes tartar above and below the gum line, and root planing smooths the roots where bacteria gather.
Home care
We help you build a routine that keeps the infection under control.
Regular reviews
Follow-up cleanings keep your gums healthy over time.
Questions
Before you book
Anything else on your mind? Ask Dr. Doaa at your consultation, or write to us.
Who is more likely to get gum disease?
Smoking is one of the biggest risk factors. Hormonal changes, diabetes, some illnesses and medicines that reduce saliva, and genetics can also make gums more vulnerable.
Can gum disease be reversed?
Gingivitis, the early stage, can usually be reversed with professional cleaning and good daily care. Periodontitis can be controlled with deep cleaning and regular maintenance.
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