Expert Periodontics in Harrow β Advanced Gum Disease Treatment
At Neem Dental Clinic, we provide specialist periodontics in Harrow, focusing on the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of gum disease. Healthy gums are the foundation of a confident smile, and our experienced dental team is dedicated to restoring and maintaining your oral health with modern, effective techniques.
What is Periodontics?
Periodontics is a branch of dentistry that deals with conditions affecting the gums and supporting structures of the teeth. Gum disease (periodontal disease) is a common issue that, if left untreated, can lead to tooth loss and impact your overall health.
Our Harrow clinic offers comprehensive periodontal care tailored to each patientβs needs.
Signs You May Need Periodontal Treatment
You may benefit from seeing a periodontist if you experience:
- Bleeding gums when brushing or flossing
- Red, swollen, or tender gums
- Persistent bad breath
- Receding gums or longer-looking teeth
- Loose or shifting teeth
Early detection is key. If you notice any of these symptoms, our Harrow dental team is here to help.
Why itβs important to seek periodontal treatment
If you develop any of the symptoms of gum disease, it is incredibly important to seek treatment. At its early stages, gum disease responds well to treatment. However, if the infection continues to spread, it can permanently damage tissue and bone, and result in tooth loss.
There is also increasing evidence of a link between periodontal disease and other health conditions such as heart and pulmonary disease, diabetes, pregnancy complications and strokes. For example, research shows that people with gum disease are twice as likely to have heart disease.
What is the treatment for gum disease?
If the disease is in its early stages (gingivitis), it can usually be treated with deep scaling or prophylaxis. The dentist will also recommend ways for you to improve your dental hygiene to prevent a recurrence.
Once the disease has developed, it may be necessary to undergo a procedure called root planing. This is a treatment that is carried out under local anaesthetic and usually requires two appointments.
Β For more advanced cases, surgery may be the only option. This involves a specialised periodontic surgeon grafting tissue onto the affected area.
If you have already lost your tooth to gum disease, we can also fit you with the latest dental implants.
During a thorough consultation, our specialist periodontist will advise on the best treatment plan for you.
Gingivitis
Initially, you could have gingivitis, which is an inflammation and reddening of the gums, which may bleed when you clean or floss your teeth. Plaque accumulates under your gums where brushing cannot reach it, where it hardens into tartar and encourages even more build-up. The greater the build-up of plaque, the more your gums recede, exposing parts of the teeth that are normally protected. You may notice that your teeth are more sensitive to hot and cold. Gingivitis and tartar can be treated by deep scaling by a dentist or hygienist, then need to be prevented with good oral hygiene.Β
Periodontal Treatment in Harrow, London
If you have signs of gum disease and are in need of periodontal treatment, visit our Neem Dental Clinic, Harrow. Our dentists and hygienists will advise on the best course of treatment as well as the steps you can take to maintain good oral health. Donβt worry if you are anxious about visiting the dentist, weβll always do our best to put you at your ease and make you as comfortable as possible.
Donβt ignore bleeding gumsβearly treatment can prevent severe gum disease and tooth loss. If youβre searching for:
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Β To book a consultation or to find out more, call us onΒ 020 8423 2523.
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