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Periodontal Disease Treatments
If you suffer from periodontitis, otherwise known as gum disease, you will require some type of periodontal treatment from your dentist. If left untreated, periodontitis can cause tooth loss or teeth to loosen. Preventative measures can be simple; brushing regularly, flossing, and having regular check-ups with your dentist. The main periodontal treatments usually are preventative in the first instance, such as deep cleaning, scaling, root planing, and sometimes antibiotics to prevent gum infection. If your periodontal problem is more serious surgical treatment may be required.
What is periodontal disease?
Periodontal disease is commonly known as gum disease. It is a widespread health problem estimated to affect up to half of the adult population. The disease destroys the healthy gum attachment to the roots of the teeth, leading to gum infection, gum recession, bone loss around the teeth, and halitosis (bad breath). If untreated it will lead to tooth loosening, drifting, and tooth loss. Discover our full guide to periodontal disease.
The patient in the top image has advanced periodontal disease. You can see the gum recession and open ‘holes’ between the teeth as well as the huge amount of bone loss around the roots of the teeth. Whereas the image below is of a healthy patient.
Chronic periodontitis
Patients who’ve been dealing with periodontal disease symptoms for some time may be suffering from chronic periodontitis. This refers to the long-lasting presence of periodontal disease where causes and symptoms may not have been treated, leading to a prolonged, slowly worsening condition.
Early on, symptoms may be mild, which is why chronic periodontitis is often missed or dismissed. But noticing it early and seeking assistance is the best way to stop it and reverse any effects.
Ignoring chronic periodontitis could lead to advanced or ‘aggressive’ periodontal disease, which is far more impactful in the damage it causes over a shorter period.
WHAT OUR PATIENTS SAY
“I was just so down about the way my teeth looked. Every time I glanced in the mirror I thought they looked horrendous and it had got to the stage where I covered my mouth with my hand when I spoke. I hated pictures of myself smiling and had become incredibly self-conscious. You get paranoid, imagining all the time what people are thinking when you speak or smile.
I came across the Windsor Centre for Advanced Dentistry on the internet. I looked at the case studies and could really relate to them. When I saw the before and after shots of patients they’d treated I just thought ‘wow’ – if they could do that for me it would be fantastic. The treatment spanned two years but once on the road I never looked back. The most memorable moment was relatively early on, when I had the first temporary bridge fitted; even then my teeth looked a hundred times better than before and I could already see what a dramatic transformation there was going to be. I was able to start smiling again.
What especially impressed me was their professionalism and friendliness. Everyone made me feel so at ease and the atmosphere was totally relaxed and calm. It sounds odd, but it was actually a lovely place to be! And Dr Tidu’s skill is quite exceptional. I’d rung around other dental specialists before choosing his practice but none were willing or had the expertise to take on my case. I felt quite desperate before and I worried about the future, but having the work done has been so liberating and it’s enabled me to get on with my life.”- Katherine (38).
Advanced periodontal disease treatment
Advanced periodontal disease often leads to the loss of many teeth and leaves sufferers with severely compromised function and aesthetics, as well as affecting their general health and quality of life. With all dental patients, it is a matter of assessing the problem and providing the right treatment plan.
Windsor Centre For Advanced Dentistry carefully plan periodontal treatments often using an interdisciplinary approach involving periodontal treatment, orthodontic treatment, and restorative treatment. Often dental implants and crowns are used to rebuild and regenerate the gum and bone. Explore our case studies that describe how the periodontal procedure works.
Periodontal disease symptoms
If you are experiencing gum disease symptoms it is important that you contact your dentist as soon as possible to prevent the problem from becoming worse.
Symptoms include:
- Swollen or puffy gums
- Unusually red or purple gums
- Feeling tender or sore on the gum line
- Bleeding gums easily
- Brushing or flossing causing unnecessary bleeding
- Bad breath
- Puss on the gum line or in between teeth
Periodontics by Dr. Tidu Mankoo
Are you looking for gum disease treatment or periodontics? If so, you can benefit from the expert, thorough, award-winning treatment from world-renowned dentist Dr Tidu Mankoo and his team.
View our Meet the Team page to find out more about the credentials of Dr Mankoo and the rest of the specialists here at The Windsor Centre for Advanced Dentistry.
Frequently Asked Questions
If you require periodontal treatment, the amount you’ll be expected to pay will depend on the severity of your condition, the amount of work required by your dentist and the length of your treatment. This is why we’re unable to give a specific figure, as all treatments are varied and differ from patient to patient. If you’re worried your periodontal treatment may be too expensive, speak to The Windsor Centre for Advanced Dentistry today.
This depends entirely on your personal circumstances and the severity of your condition. When you book an appointment at The Windsor Centre for Advanced Dentistry, your dentist will take an in-depth examination of your mouth, teeth and gums, and will suggest a treatment plan catered to your specific needs. If you require surgery as part of your treatment, your dentist will, of course, make this clear to you, so that you’re fully aware of what’s involved at every step of the process. But if you have any questions, please do ask, our team are more than happy to help.
If you’re in the early stages of periodontal disease, you may be able to treat it with short dental cleaning sessions and proper oral hygiene measures at home. This includes regular brushing and flossing. However, if the condition of your gums has gone beyond a certain point, periodontal treatment with an experienced dental specialist is the only way to reverse the process and avoid it spreading, before it can cause further damage to the mouth. If you’re worried you may require periodontal treatment, don’t delay and speak with The Windsor Centre for Advanced Dentistry as soon as possible.
Again, this is dependent on the level of periodontal treatment you require. Minor periodontal treatments may only leave you with a few days of recovery time. However, more extensive treatments may need significant time to heal. But don’t worry, all of the specific details surrounding your recovery will be discussed with you by your dentist, so you can take the appropriate measures in your personal or work life to accommodate this if you need to.