Gum disease affects a large proportion of the population. Oral hygiene, genetics and lifestyle factors all play a part. Your gum health can also affect the rest of your body and having healthy gums can improve your systemic health.
Our dedicated and passionate team will work with you to give you the best chance of achieving gum health. The success of your periodontal (gum) treatment is hugely dependent on how well we tailor the instructions to your needs. You can count on us to give you the best possible care.
Gum disease is a common condition that causes the gums to become inflamed as they bleed and become swollen as a result of plaque and bacteria around the teeth (gingivitis). If left untreated, the bone from around the teeth can become affected (periodontitis), which can cause infections of the gum and the teeth to become loose over time.
• Brush your teeth twice a day for 2 minutes.
• Consider an electric toothbrush to make brushing easier.
• Clean between your teeth at least once a day with either floss or interdental brushes.
• Visit your dentist for so you can have your teeth and gums checked and cleaned if needed.
• Don’t smoke.
Gum disease can cause bleeding, swelling and soreness of the gums. As the bacteria destroy the supporting structures of the teeth including the bone and periodontal pockets (spaces between the teeth and gums) are formed. These pockets harbour plaque that is inaccessible to a toothbrush and interdental cleaning aids. This condition long term can lead to wobbly teeth and they may eventually fall out.
• Your gums may bleed when you brush.
• You may experience a bad taste.
• You may feel that your breath smells different/unpleasant.
