Specialist gum disease treatment in Merseyside
A periodontist treats gum disease, or periodontitis, as a primary focus of their practice. By working closely with our hygienists, we provide patients with specialist periodontal care and teach them how to prevent gum disease at home.
The experience of having an unhealthy mouth, no matter what the cause, can be distressing. In addition to treating sore gums and loose teeth, periodontal therapy and routine dental care can restore your whole mouth to good health.
Specialist gum disease prevention in Heswall and The Wirral
In the case of gingivitis (early-stage gum disease), your dentist or hygienist will recommend that you brush and floss your teeth gently and thoroughly. To prevent progression of this “silent disease,” maintaining a good home care regime is essential. In the surgery, a special instrument, called a scaler, is used for gentle polishing of the teeth. A more extensive treatment may be necessary if gingivitis has developed into periodontitis, which is more serious. This will remove hard deposits under the gums that are hard to reach. To ensure treatment has been successful and periodontitis is under control, we will carefully monitor your progress during and after treatment.