What is gum disease?
Gum disease is a common condition caused by a build-up of plaque and bacteria around the teeth and gums. It can lead to symptoms such as bleeding gums, swelling, bad breath and gum recession if left untreated.
In more advanced stages, gum disease can cause bone loss and eventually lead to loose teeth or tooth loss. Preventive Dental can help diagnose, treat and manage gum disease with professional care and tailored treatment plans.
What are early signs of gum disease?
Early signs of gum disease include bleeding when brushing or flossing, red or swollen gums and persistent bad breath. Identifying these symptoms early allows treatment to be more effective and less invasive.
Are you living at high risk for gum disease?
Smoking: Numerous studies have shown that smokers have more gum disease. Smokers have increased levels of tartar in the mouth, and experience more tissue irritation, which makes their gums more susceptible to disease. Smokers have more bone loss and heal less quickly than non-smokers.
Stress: When our immune system is stressed it is difficult to fight off the bacteria that cause gum infections.
Dental neglect: Avoiding the dentist is a lifestyle choice that puts you at risk of contracting diseases of the mouth, teeth and gums.
Heart disease: Gum inflammation products and bacteria in gum disease can cause heart disease, and in some cases, double the risk of a fatal heart attack. In addition, bacteria from your mouth may combine with blood-clotting cells called platelets, forming heart-stopping blood clots.
Stroke: New studies show that 70% of the fatty deposits of stroke sufferers contain bacteria, of which 40% comes from the mouth.
Diabetics: This group of people are more likely to have gum disease than most people and gum disease makes it more difficult for diabetics to control their blood sugar.
Premature birth: Pregnant women who have periodontal disease may be as much as seven times more likely to have a baby born early. Some research suggests that gum disease may increase the level of hormones that induce labour.
How can Preventive Dental help with gum disease treatment?
Preventive Dental helps with gum disease treatment by offering early diagnosis and tailored care plans that stop the condition from progressing. Our team uses professional deep cleaning and targeted treatment to reduce inflammation, infection and gum pocketing.
Patients also receive personalised advice on oral hygiene and lifestyle habits to support long term gum health. With a preventative approach, Preventive Dental focuses on protecting natural teeth and reducing the need for complex treatments in the future.
How much does gum disease treatment cost?
The cost of gum treatment can vary depending on the severity of gum disease and the type of treatment required. For accurate pricing, it is best to check our fees page or to contact the practice directly to learn more about available options and costs.
Do you offer gum disease treatment near me?
Yes, Preventive Dental offers gum disease treatment near you at their practice in Southfields, London. We provide periodontal care for both early-stage gum disease and more advanced conditions, delivered by experienced clinicians.
Treatment begins with a thorough assessment of your gum health, followed by professional cleaning to remove plaque and tartar that contribute to infection. Patients are also given tailored advice and ongoing support to help manage gum disease and maintain healthy gums long term.
Our practice is easily reachable by car or public transport from across South West London, including Wimbledon, Putney, Tooting and Wandsworth. Our dedicated team welcome new and existing patients for periodontal care. Contact us today to get started!
Why might I be susceptible?
Periodontal disease is the Number One cause of tooth loss amongst adults. This is because a certain number of people (15-20%) have immune systems that overreact to the bad bacteria in their mouths. When this overreaction occurs, the immune system attacks and breaks down the bone and tissue that surround the tooth. This destruction is not predictable and can occur sporadically. None of us knows if we are part of this 15-20% because we can’t usually feel or notice the onset of gum and bone (periodontal) disease. Both adults and children should be routinely checked for gum disease.
Keeping your gums in shape
Keep in mind that healthy gums DON’T BLEED. You are the key player on the hygiene team. If you don’t do the essential daily brushing and flossing, the rest of your dental team (the dentist and hygienist) is playing short-handed. And sometimes with everyone fighting the good fight, stubborn plaque and bacteria will require some new maintenance techniques for battling gum infection.
GUM DISEASE IS NOT CURABLE, BUT IT IS TREATABLE, AND IN MOST CASES, CONTROLLABLE