What is gum disease?
Gum disease starts when plaque and tartar build up along the gum line. In its early stage, gingivitis, the gums become red, swollen and bleed easily. At this point it can usually be reversed with a professional cleaning and better home care.
Left untreated, it can progress to periodontitis. Pockets form between the gums and the teeth, the bone that supports the teeth is gradually lost, and teeth can become loose. Gum disease is one of the most common reasons adults lose teeth.
Gum treatment (periodontics) stops the disease, cleans the infected pockets and helps the gums heal, then keeps them healthy with regular maintenance.
Signs of gum disease
Gum disease is often painless in the early stages, so look out for:
- Gums that bleed when you brush, floss or eat
- Red, swollen or tender gums
- Bad breath or a bad taste that will not go away
- Gums pulling back so teeth look longer
- Teeth that feel loose or have started to shift
- Pus between the teeth and gums
How gum treatment works
Treatment usually takes two or more visits, followed by regular maintenance.
Gum assessment
We measure the pockets around each tooth and take X-rays where needed to check the bone.
Deep cleaning
Scaling and root planing removes tartar and bacteria from below the gum line, usually under local anaesthesia.
Home care plan
Clear, personal instructions for brushing and cleaning between your teeth.
Review
We check how the gums have healed and whether any area needs further treatment.
Maintenance
Regular cleanings to keep the disease from coming back.
After gum treatment
Gums may feel tender and teeth slightly sensitive for a few days. Bleeding usually reduces as the gums heal.
- Brush gently but thoroughly twice a day with a soft brush
- Clean between your teeth every day with interdental brushes or floss
- Use any mouthwash exactly as your dentist advises
- Stop smoking if you can; it is a major risk factor for gum disease
- Keep your maintenance visits, often every three to six months
Gum treatment in Ghatkopar & Kurla with Dental Solutions
Healthy gums are the foundation for every other treatment, from fillings to implants and smile makeovers. That is why we check your gums at every visit and treat gum disease before cosmetic work begins.
Gum care means returning for maintenance, so convenience matters. Our clinics are on LBS Marg in Kurla West and Ghatkopar West, open six days a week into the evening.
Leads the practice
Dr. Girish Gaba
B.D.S. · 22+ years of clinical experience
Dr. Gaba’s focus on long-term oral health runs through every treatment plan at Dental Solutions, starting with the health of your gums and the bone beneath them.
Read profileThis page is general information, not a diagnosis. Only an examination can tell you what is right for your teeth.
