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Periodontal (Gum) Disease
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What is Periodontal Disease?

Periodontal disease, more commonly known as “gum disease”, are the terms used to describe a disease that attacks your soft tissue and gums in your mouth.

Gum disease can be divided into two categories:

  1. 1st stage – Gingivitis
  2. Advanced gum disease – Periodontitis
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Taj K

Since I have joined this dentist I have had excellent care and service.All the staff are very professional and they make sure everything is explained fully and the patients needs are met.I joined the practice with a serious gum problem and they helped me turn my life around with my issue.

What is Periodontitis?

Periodontitis is what will form if the initial stage of gum disease is left untreated. The term Periodontitis does mean “inflammation around teeth”. This stage is very severe as it can lead to teeth eventually falling out. At this stage, you may notice more symptoms:

  • Teeth feel loose
  • Bad taste in mouth and bad breath
  • Abscesses in gums
  • Difficulty swallowing
  • Receding gums
  • Build up (excessive) of saliva

During the advanced stage of gum disease the bodies natural defence is for the gums to start to recede away from the infection – which is what loosens up the teeth, and eventually leading to tooth loss. The infection can grow along the gum line, causing the effects to spread to your whole mouth. Not only will the gums be effected, but it also attacks the supporting bone which can lead to bone loss, meaning it could effect the chance of having dental implants at a further date.

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Rachel Knott

I got recommended by a family member to come here and it was honestly the best decision I’ve made! The whole team are just amazing. Jay is absolutely wonderful! Such a caring, attentive and thorough dentist who makes me feel so heard and looked after whilst I’m with him. Thank you guys so much! Highly recommend this practice if you’re looking for first class treatment 😊

How Does Gum Disease Start?

These are some of the reasons that may lead to gum disease:

  • Build up of bacteria in your mouth (plaque)
  • Plaque eventually forms into calcified plaque (calculus)
  • Your gums will become inflamed and irritated (often bleeding)
  • If left untreated, it can then progress into advanced gum disease

When tartar has formed on your teeth, conventional brushing will not be able to tackle the bacteria, and a professional hygiene visit will be required.

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