Keeping your authentic teeth for as long as possible is the aim of modern dentistry. But what happens if there’s nothing for your teeth to attach to? Periodontal dental care can treat gum disease and help you avoid premature loss of otherwise healthy teeth.

What is Gum Disease?

Gum disease can occur when dental plaque builds up on teeth, particularly where the gum meets the tooth. If this isn’t treated, the gum margin (the part of the gum that seals to the tooth) is weakened and spaces form between the tooth and the gum.

Bacteria then get into these pockets, causing further inflammation, which can then attack the tooth root. As bone is lost, larger spaces begin to form between the tooth and the gum, resulting in bad breath, bad tastes in the mouth, and ultimately loose teeth.

What are the Signs of Gum Disease?

Early signs are:

• bleeding
• redness
• swelling of the gums

Does Rockingham Dental Centre Treat Gum Disease?

Our dentists can help remove plaque and calculus that can’t be reached by normal brushing, and regular maintenance visits may be necessary, as gum diseases tend to recur.

We can assure patients that our skilled clinicians will assess their needs thoroughly and, if we determine that the case requires specialist attention beyond our expertise, we will promptly refer them to a qualified periodontist.

Like any dental therapy, the sooner the condition is identified and treated, the better and longer-lasting the results. Whilst careful cleaning with a soft brush, especially along the gum line, will help prevent gum disease, your dentist is the best judge of whether a special periodontal visit is necessary.