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Gum disease treatment

Swollen gums, bleeding when you brush, bad breath or teeth starting to loosen can all be signs of gum disease. Checking and treating it early helps reduce inflammation and keep your teeth.

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Healthy gums compared with periodontitis showing tartar, a deep pocket and bone loss Healthy gums Periodontitis Gum Tartar Pocket Bone loss
Healthy gums (left) and periodontitis (right)
What is it

What is gum disease?

Gum disease is caused by plaque and tartar building up along the gum line and below it. The gums become inflamed, red and bleed easily. This is called gingivitis.

Left untreated, the inflammation can spread and destroy the bone supporting the teeth, creating deep pockets between tooth and gum. This is periodontitis, which can make teeth loose and eventually fall out.

Regular scaling, root planing when needed, and good home care help control the disease and keep your teeth.

  1. !Bleeding when brushingGums often bleed when you brush or floss
  2. !Red, swollen gumsGums look swollen, red or feel tender
  3. !Bad breathBad breath that stays even after brushing
  4. !Receding gums, loose teethTeeth look longer, gaps appear, or teeth start to move
Treatments

Gum disease treatments

Your dentist chooses the treatment after measuring your gum pockets and taking X-rays, based on how severe the disease is.

Scaling

Scaling

Removes tartar and plaque from the teeth and just below the gum line with a scaler, followed by polishing.

Recommended every 6 months

Root planing

Root planing

Deep cleaning of tartar and bacteria below the gum, then smoothing the root surface, helping the gum reattach and reducing inflammation.

Suits: deep periodontal pockets

Gum surgery

Gum surgery

For deep pockets that are hard to clean, the dentist may open the gum to clean the roots and reshape the gum, or perform cosmetic gum surgery.

Assessed after initial treatment

Maintenance

Maintenance

Regular check-ups and cleaning after treatment to stop the disease returning, with brushing and flossing advice.

As advised, e.g. every 3–6 months

The process

Gum disease treatment, step by step

Your dentist explains the plan, number of visits and cost after the examination.

  1. Gum examination

    We check your gums, measure pocket depths and take X-rays to see the bone level.

  2. Home care advice

    We show you how to brush and floss for your gums.

  3. Scaling

    Tartar and plaque are removed above and just below the gum line.

  4. Root planing (if needed)

    Deep cleaning below the gum under local anaesthetic, usually section by section.

    1–4 visits depending on severity

  5. Review

    Pocket depths are re-measured to see how the gums have responded and plan next steps.

  6. Maintenance

    Regular cleaning and check-ups to keep the disease under control long term.

Every 6 monthsscaling and gum check
1–4 visitsroot planing, section by section
3–6 monthsmaintenance for periodontitis
Benefits

Benefits of gum treatment

  • Less bleeding and swelling

    With tartar and plaque removed, the gums become less inflamed.

  • Helps reduce bad breath

    Removes places where bacteria collect below the gum.

  • Helps keep your teeth

    Controls the loss of supporting bone, reducing the chance of loose teeth.

  • Stops it progressing

    Treating gingivitis early helps prevent periodontitis.

  • Ready for other treatment

    Healthy gums are the foundation for braces and implants.

  • Supports general health

    Gum disease is linked with conditions such as diabetes, so caring for your gums matters.

Results depend on how severe the disease is, general health and each person’s care.

FAQ

Gum disease questions

How often should I have scaling?

Usually every 6 months with a check-up. People with gum disease may need to come more often, as advised by their dentist.

How is root planing different from scaling?

Scaling removes tartar above the gum line and just below it. Root planing cleans deeper below the gum and smooths the root surface, for people with periodontal pockets.

How many visits does root planing take?

It is often done section by section in 1–4 visits, depending on how severe the disease is, followed by a review appointment.

Will my teeth be sensitive after root planing?

Some people have sensitive teeth or tender gums at first, which usually settles. Your dentist may recommend a toothpaste for sensitive teeth.

Is it normal for gums to bleed when brushing?

No. It can be a sign of gum inflammation. Come in for a check-up and cleaning; left untreated it can develop into periodontitis.

Can gum disease be cured?

Early gingivitis usually settles after cleaning. Periodontitis can be controlled with treatment and ongoing maintenance.

Do loose teeth from gum disease need to be removed?

Not always. It depends on how much bone remains. Your dentist will examine and X-ray the teeth before recommending options.

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