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Periodontal Disease

Periodontal Disease StagesPeriodontal disease, commonly referred to as ‘gum disease’, is disease that affects the periodontium. The periodontium is the hard and soft tissue that surrounds and supports the teeth, including the gums, ligaments and the jawbone.

There are two types of periodontal disease: gingivitis and periodontitis.

Gingivitis

When inflammation of the gums occurs, often leading to bleeding of the gums. The damage caused by gingivitis is reversible and gingivitis is quite easily treated.

Periodontitis

A more serious, severe type of gum disease. It affects not just your gums, but also the soft tissues and the bone that our teeth sit in. The bone loss caused by peridontitis is irreversible and can lead to loss of teeth if not treated.

What Causes Periodontal Disease?

Periodontal disease can be caused by a variety of factors, including:

  • Inadequate cleaning at home
  • Irregular professional dental cleans
  • Systemic conditions such as diabetes, HIV, and leukaemia
  • Smoking
  • Particular medications
  • Tooth demineralisation
  • Changes in hormone levels such as those that occur during pregnancy and menopause
  • Genetics

Symptoms of periodontal disease include:

  • Bad breath that remains after brushing, chewing gum or using mouth wash
  • Red, inflamed and tender gums
  • Gums that bleed for no reason or bleed constantly
  • Sharp pain when chewing
  • A feeling of loose and sensitive tooth
  • A receding gum line, making your teeth look longer

Our Periodontal Disease Treatment & Services

In order to diagnose the severity of your periodontal disease, we will ask about your medical history to see if you have any of the risk factors (such as smoking) and the conduct an examination of your gums. We will also use a ruler to check the depth of your pockets. We may also take x-rays if we feel it is necessary.

An extremely careful scale and clean combined with sound home dental care and hygiene is the most essential part of out periodontal treatment. For gingivitis, one or two visits for a scale and clean is often all that is required, as long as home care instructions are followed properly, it’s what you do at home that gives your gums the best chance of remaining healthy.

If you do have periodontitis, then you will need a deep scaling and root planing procedure. This can be rather uncomfortable so it will usually take place over 4 to 6 visits using local anaesthetic. If you have more severe periodontitis, then we may recommend laser dentistry as well as antibiotics in conjunction with the scaling and root planing. At the extreme end of the scale, a referral to a periodontist will be given, as surgical intervention may be necessary.

Why Treat Periodontal Disease?

If periodontal disease is caught and treated in the early stages, it can be a very simple process. If it is allowed to progress the consequences can be incredibly serious and require intrusive and expensive treatment procedures. Remember, the bone loss caused by advanced stage periodontitis is irreversible and can lead to the loss of teeth. If your gums are bleeding inexplicably, are tender and sore or feel inflamed you should make an appointment with us immediately.

Contact dhealth Dentistry Today

Contacting dhealth Dentistry in Melbourne couldn’t be easier. You can:
  • Call us on 03 9882 6938
  • Email us at info@dhealth.com.au
  • Pop in and see us at 257 Camberwell Road, Camberwell, Melbourne

Have questions? Contact us!

Call us: 03 9882 6938

Email us: info@dhealth.com.au

Visit us: 257 Camberwell Rd, Camberwell, VIC 3124

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dhealth Dentistry has one mission: to offer an improved smile with exceptional care to everyone who wants one.

At dhealth Dentistry we not only provide exceptional care, but we do so in a manner that suits your preferences and even your budget.

We are based in Camberwell, Melbourne close to suburbs including Hawthorn, Kew, Burwood, Ashwood, Ashburton, Balwyn, Surrey Hills and Glen-Iris.

Your smile is our reward.

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  • Email us: info@dhealth.com.au
  • Visit us: 257 Camberwell Rd, Camberwell, VIC 3124
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For your convenience, dhealth Dentistry is open 5 days a week:

  • Monday: 8am – 5pm
  • Tuesday: 8am – 5pm
  • Wednesday: 8am – 5pm
  • Thursday: 8am – 5pm
  • Friday: By appointment only
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