Gum Disease Treatment in Harrow
Bleeding or sore gums are easy to ignore, but they're the first sign of something worth treating. Caught early, gum disease is very manageable, and we'll guide you back to healthy gums, gently.
A common problem that's very treatable
Gum disease is inflammation of the gums caused by a build-up of plaque. It starts gently, often just a little bleeding when you brush, but left unchecked it can affect the bone that holds your teeth in place. The good news is that caught early, it's straightforward to treat and even reverse.
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Signs you might need gum disease treatment
Gum disease is often painless in its early stages, so the signs are easy to miss. If you notice any of these, it's well worth getting your gums checked.
Bleeding gums: Gums that bleed when you brush or floss are the most common early sign, and shouldn't be ignored.
Red or swollen gums: Healthy gums are firm and pink. Gums that look red, puffy or tender are a sign of inflammation.
Persistent bad breath: Bad breath or a lasting unpleasant taste can be caused by the bacteria behind gum disease.
Receding or loose teeth: Gums pulling away from teeth, or teeth that feel loose, mean it's time to act sooner rather than later.
How we treat your gums
Gentle, thorough care for healthier gumsAssessing your gums
We start by gently measuring your gums and checking for inflammation, build-up and any pockets that have formed. This tells us exactly where things stand and how best to help.
A deep clean
We carefully remove plaque and hardened tartar from above and below the gumline, the build-up that's driving the inflammation. It's thorough but gentle, and numbing is used if needed.
Smoothing the roots
For deeper pockets, we gently smooth the tooth roots so the gum can reattach and heal. This helps close the pockets where bacteria gather and gives your gums the chance to recover.
A plan to keep them healthy
We'll show you simple, effective ways to care for your gums at home and set up regular maintenance visits. Together these keep things stable and stop the problem returning.
Let's get them healthy again
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How gum disease progresses
Gum disease develops slowly, in stages. Understanding them helps you catch it early, when it's simplest to treat. The earlier we act, the easier it is to put right.
Mild, and fully reversible
The earliest stage, where gums become inflamed and may bleed when you brush. There's no lasting damage yet, and with a professional clean and good home care, it can be completely reversed.
When it starts to spread
If gingivitis isn't treated, the inflammation reaches deeper, and small pockets form between gum and tooth. The damage can now be managed and halted, but not fully reversed, so acting now matters.
Affecting the support
The pockets deepen and the bone supporting your teeth begins to be affected. Teeth may feel slightly loose. Focused treatment and regular maintenance keep it stable and protect your teeth.
The most serious stage
Significant bone loss can leave teeth loose or at risk. Even here, we can do a great deal to manage it, save teeth where possible and keep you comfortable. The sooner we start, the better the outcome.
Bleeding gums are easy to ignore, and easier still to treat.
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Let's look after them
The sooner we see your gums, the easier they are to put right. Book online or give us a ring, and we'll get them back to healthy, gently.