Gum Disease Treatment

Gum Disease

If you have a dull pain, bleeding gums or swollen gums it can be a sign of gum disease, our dentists at High Street Dental Practice in Bendigo can treat gum disease & gingivitis.

Gum disease usually occurs as a result of plaque and tartar buildup around the teeth, especially close to where the teeth and gum join. The initial stages of gum disease is usually known as Gingivitis.

Common causes:

Tooth decay and plaque buildup
Poor oral hygiene

Treatments for gum disease:

Early detection and intervention is essential
Professional dental cleanup
Professional dental scale and clean
Healthy diet
Good oral hygiene
Regular dental checkups

What happens if left untreated:

Early gum disease or gingivitis, if left untreated can lead to receding gums, bad breath and more serious gum infections or disease (known as Periodontitis).

This can then lead to destruction of jaw bone and loss of many teeth.