No one wants to cross paths with gum disease
Do you suspect you have gum disease?
Have you noticed blood in the sink when brushing or flossing? Do you battle with bad breath that just won’t go away?
Gum disease symptoms can range from red, swollen gums and tooth sensitivity to wobbly teeth and even tooth loss.
The best way to find out if you have gum disease is to visit your Potts Point dentist. Because healthy gums are key to preventing other dental problems.
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Gum disease treatment cost
- Gum disease treatment
- Deep cleaning (AKA scaling and root planing) is a non-surgical treatment for gum disease. Deep cleaning involves removing bacterial plaque and tartar that have formed ‘below’ the gum line and on the teeth and root surfaces.
- From $250
No-stress payment options
Feel comfortable in the chair, and afterwards. All major health funds accepted and on-the-spot rebates available.
Restoring your smile doesn’t need to be uncomfortable — not even financially. Flexible, no-deposit, zero-interest payment plans mean you can enjoy your treatment anxiety-free, and so can your bank account.
No-stress payment options
Feel comfortable in the chair, and afterwards. All major health funds accepted and on-the-spot rebates available.
Restoring your smile doesn’t need to be uncomfortable — not even financially. Flexible, no-deposit, zero-interest payment plans mean you can enjoy your treatment anxiety-free, and so can your bank account.
Get on top of gum disease in 3 simple steps
Step 1. Book online, pronto!
Don’t ignore the signs. Use our simple online booking system to schedule your appointment.
Step 2. Anxiety-free
R-E-L-A-X while we do a thorough check-up, deep clean and polish, and fluoride treatment. And enjoy that dentist-fresh feeling!
Step 3. Gorgeous gums
Your personalised treatment plan will get your oral health back on track, for a truly beautiful smile.
Ready to say hello to your new dentist Potts Point? Get our price list today.
Got a question about gum disease?
What is gum disease?
Gum disease (AKA periodontal disease) is an infection of the gum tissue. Typically, it’s caused by poor brushing and flossing habits. This causes a build-up of plaque on your teeth. (You know that icky, sticky film you can sometimes feel with your tongue?) If plaque remains on the teeth, it hardens and turns into tartar—which irritates and infects the gum tissue. If gum disease is left untreated, it can spread to the underlying bone. Chewing can become painful and, in serious cases, teeth can become loose or need removing.
What are the symptoms of gum disease?
Common gum disease symptoms include:
- Bleeding gums, especially when brushing or flossing
- Gum redness and inflammation
- Bad breath
- Receding gums
- Tooth sensitivity
- Pain when biting or chewing
- Shifting or loose teeth
- Tooth loss
If you experience severe pain, this may be the sign of a dental emergency. Give us a buzz on (02) 9361 4044. We set aside 1-hour appointments—to get you out of pain and back smiling again in a flash!
Can gum disease be cured?
There are two main stages of gum disease:
- Gingivitis—a mild, early-stage gum disease.
- Periodontitis—a more severe type of gum disease that is further broken down into early, moderate, and advanced stages.
The good news is that gingivitis is curable, leaving no lasting damage. Periodontitis can’t be reversed, but it can be managed with the help of your dentist.
Taking proper care of your teeth and gums and having regular dental check-ups can help keep gum disease at bay.
What are the treatments for gum disease?
Gum disease treatment depends on which stage of gum disease you have. In some cases, a professional dental clean may be all that’s needed to clear up mild gingivitis. If the gum disease has progressed to periodontitis, scaling and root planing will be needed. This is a non-surgical treatment where your dentist removes the plaque and tartar from beneath your gums (scaling). Planing smooths and cleans the surface of your teeth roots. This process allows your gums and teeth roots to reconnect. It also reduces the size of dental pockets. This helps stop bacteria from becoming trapped and secures your tooth within the bone.
If the gum disease is advanced, surgery may be the best option. Gum disease surgery is a common procedure. A small cut is made in the gum and a section of the tissue is folded back. Infected gum tissue is removed. Any plaque or bacteria that’s living below the gum line is cleaned away. Following treatment, the gums are sutured back using dissolvable stitches.
