Gum Disease Treatment in Sutton
At our Sutton dental practice in South West London we have a highly experienced Specialist Periodontist on the team who specialises in treating patients with gum disease, which is also known as periodontitis.
What is Gum Disease?
Gum disease is a multifactorial disease and a common condition that affects many adults to some degree during their lifetime. Gum disease is a broad term encompassing two conditions:
- Gingivitis: characterized by red, swollen, and bleeding gums without loss of underlying bone or connective tissue. It is reversible with good oral hygiene and proper teeth cleaning.
- Periodontitis: this condition involves the irreversible destruction of the underlying bone and connective tissue attachment. Over time, the gum generally recedes and loses its close attachment to the tooth surface, creating a space known as a “pocket.”
What can I do about Gum Disease?
Gum disease is a multifactorial disease and a common condition that affects many adults to some degree during their lifetime. Gum disease is a broad term encompassing two conditions:
- Gum disease is aggravated by certain types of bacteria in plaque, smoking, diabetes, or genetic factors.
- By having regular visits with your dental hygienist or periodontist for deep cleaning and maintaining good oral hygiene at home, the gum disease progression can be stopped, and improved.
- Deep, persisting pockets caused by more advanced periodontal disease can be corrected through pocket depth reduction. This procedure is used to clean the pockets and secure the gum tissue in its original place. Reducing pocket depth and removing existing bacteria is important to prevent damage caused by the progression of periodontal disease.
If you don’t practice good oral health and develop gum disease, you could be putting yourself at risk for several problems that can cause discomfort and also affect your overall general health.
If you’re worried about the health of your gums, we provide exceptional periodontal care and treat various related conditions. Our highly skilled periodontal team in Sutton is dedicated to delivering high-quality preventive care and treatment at competitive prices, ensuring your gums remain in optimal condition.
For more information on preventing and treating gum disease book an appointment today.