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Gum Disease Treatment
TREATMENT
Bleeding gums? Sore gums? Loose teeth? Bad breath?
About the treatment
Periodontal (gum disease) Treatment
Gum disease is a very serious issue and prompt action is advised in order to avoid the degradation of your oral health. Here at St Margarets Smiles, our Periodontist (gum dentist) who specialises in the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of gum disease can work with you in order to combat gum diseases such as gingivitis and periodontitis
What are dental implants
Dental implants are the closest replacements we have for teeth. They are fixed into the mouth like our teeth to help chew. The most suitable material for tooth implants to be made from is titanium. Titanium has been used successfully for medical treatment for decades. It is very biocompatible and safe.
Dental implants were first used in the 1960s. Since then, they have quickly become the first choice for replacing missing teeth. Strictly speaking, dental implants are a ‘screw’ which acts as a root. Crowns, bridges and dentures can be attached over the top of dental implants to help restore missing teeth.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is gum disease?
It is a process where the bone and gum supporting the teeth shrink away causing teeth to loosen and eventually be lost. It can be preventable and managed if treated early. Signs of gum disease include bleeding gums, receding gums, bad breath and loose teeth. There is increasing research into links between gum disease, heart disease, diabetes, strokes, poor pregnancy outcomes and even dementia. There is increasing evidence that shows having healthy teeth and gums can help improve your general health.
What happens if I don’t treat the gum disease?
Gum disease will not improve by itself unfortunately. You won’t notice gum disease worsening as it rarely causes pain. If left alone, your teeth will loosen and your gums will feel sore. Eventually your teeth will come out. It is really important to seek advice early so that you keep as much of your supporting bone and gums.
Is mouthwash useful to treat gum disease?
Used by itself, mouthwash will not effectively treat gum disease. It is best to consult with your dentist on what options are available to you in treating the gum disease.
Do I have to see a gum specialist to treat my gum disease?
The first port of call should be to see your dentist who can identify gum disease. They will advise you on whether you should see the gum specialist. Like most things in life, some people are better at some things than other people. A gum specialist is a person who has carried out a further three years of training in treating gum disease than your general dentist. They then have to pass a rigorous examination before they are accepted onto the specialist register kept by the General Dental Council. Gum specialists tend to have better success rates due to more expertise and better equipment used to treat patients. If you want to have the best possible outcome, the gum specialist is the person to see. It is for this reason many general dentists refer patients to gum specialists to have gum disease treatment carried out. Gum specialists can work with general dentists and hygienists.
Fees
Consultation for gum disease from
£120
Consultation for crown lengthening from
£60 – £120
Non-surgical gum treatment from
£200 per quadrant
Surgical gum treatment from
£400 per quadrant
Maintenance visit from
£150 per hour
Review appointment from
£90
Crown lengthening from
£500
What our satisfied clients are saying about us!
Matt had 6 dental implants and highly recommends St Margarets Smiles
Lesley explains about her fantastic dental implant fitted at St Margarets Smiles
Team offering treatments
At St Margarets Smiles, we take pride in our role as a leading Dental Implant Centre and Specialist Referral Practice.
Shray Patel
Kruti Desai
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