Periodontal Treatment

Gum Disease

Gum disease is an inflammatory condition that harms the structures supporting your teeth. Excessive inflammation can lead to bone loss around the teeth, causing the gums to recede or shrink. This can result in loose or shifting teeth, and in severe cases, teeth may even fall out.

Oral Hygiene

The foundation for both short-term and long-term gum health improvements begins with oral hygiene.

We will work with you to ensure you are following best practice and avoiding common mistakes to achieve the best possible results. For individuals with periodontal disease, maintaining optimal oral hygiene is crucial due to genetic susceptibility. This regime must be followed diligently every day for life. This involves the correct use of toothbrushes, floss, and interdental brushes.

Active Treatment

This phase involves removing hard and soft deposits from the teeth, specifically plaque and calculus (hardened plaque).

This is similar to a "scale and polish" you might receive at your dentist; effective periodontal treatment requires thorough removal of deposits both above and below the gumline.

While calculus itself doesn’t cause the disease, its removal helps in long-term plaque control and provides a cleaner environment for gum tissue to heal. Plus, it enhances the appearance of your teeth!

This treatment may require one to six visits, depending on the severity of the disease at the start of treatment. It should not be painful, but local anaesthetic will be available if you experience discomfort.

In some cases, antibiotics may be considered during this phase, though they are prescribed on a case-by-case basis.

This stage is known as Non-Surgical Periodontal Therapy and may occasionally need to be repeated.

Advanced Treatment Options

If gum disease persists despite these efforts, advanced treatment options, such as periodontal surgery, may be considered.