Periodontal Disease Treatment in Mount Waverley, VIC
Periodontal disease in Mount Waverley, VIC means a severe infection of the bones and tissues that support your teeth. Without treatment, periodontal disease may claim your teeth and threaten your overall wellness.
At Mount Waverley Smiles, Dr Austin Rhee and Dr William Huynh work hard to stop periodontal disease before it causes tooth loss and other health issues.
The Symptoms of Periodontal Disease
The symptoms of periodontal disease may be subtle in the gingivitis stage, but generally, you may notice some or all of the following:
- Bad breath or a bad taste in the mouth
- Periodic toothaches
- Bleeding gums, especially when brushing or flossing
- Loose teeth
- Receding gums—teeth may appear longer than before
Periodontal Disease and You
Periodontal disease—sometimes called gum disease—usually starts as gingivitis. At the gingivitis stage, your Mount Waverley, VIC dentist may be able to reverse the situation and prevent periodontal disease, which is treatable but not curable.
Periodontal disease is generally caused by oral hygiene issues or lack of proper dental care. At Mount Waverley Smiles, our compassionate dentists hold no judgments, and our experienced team understands how these things happen—budgetary reasons, dental anxiety and more. Our only concern is halting the disease and giving you your smile back.
Other issues that may contribute to or exacerbate periodontal disease include:
- Smoking
- Genetics
- Dry mouth
- Diabetes
Periodontal disease not only leads to tooth loss when untreated, but studies have linked it to other health conditions like heart attack, stroke and even Alzheimer’s disease.
Infections are opportunistic, so when you leave gum infections untreated, it only makes sense that these infections can spread.
Periodontal Treatment in Mount Waverley, VIC
Periodontal treatments often call for deep cleans called root planing and scaling. This means deep cleans below the gumline, particularly in the pockets where bacteria and plaque buildup.
Other treatments may include:
- A custom teeth clean schedule
- A prescribed oral care routine at home
- Topical antibiotics
- Oral antibiotics
Throughout your periodontal treatment, our team will keep you relaxed and comfortable. Generally, patients watch television during periodontal treatments and are quite comfortable.
How to Lower Your Risk for Periodontal Disease
If you haven’t been to the dentist in a while and are due for an exam and clean, don’t put off treatment.
Exams and cleans in Mount Waverley, VIC are designed to spot potential dental issues before they become costly or ongoing problems—this includes periodontal disease.
Teeth cleans are designed to clear away bacteria and tartar that may lead to cavities or even to periodontal disease.
In addition to regular dental exams and cleans, a good oral hygiene routine at home is crucial to the ongoing health of your smile.
If you notice oral health changes or any of the symptoms of gingivitis or periodontal disease, it is important to make a dentist appointment sooner rather than later.
We Are Here for You
Don’t let periodontal disease claim your smile or your health. We invite you to contact our dental clinic to book an exam and clean.
Frequently Asked Questions
Have you been experiencing unusually tender, painful or even swollen gums? If so, coming into Mount Waverly Smiles for a consultation can shed some light on the cause.
Periodontal disease, which affects the tissues and bones supporting your teeth, is common and treatable when diagnosed early. Long lapses in oral hygiene can bring about an array of potential issues that include periodontal disease.
Symptoms of Periodontal Disease
A few common symptoms commonly attributed to periodontal disease include the following:
- Bleeding gums
- Pain in the gums while eating
- Noticing blood while brushing or flossing
- Foul-smelling breath
- Noticing pus between teeth and gums
- Receding gums
- Tenderness in the gums
- Loose teeth or loss of teeth
Cause of Symptoms
Bacteria accumulation in the teeth and gums can lead to periodontal disease. Luckily, we can avoid this dangerous accumulation by regular brushing and flossing, as well as routine dental checkups! A dentist or periodontist can usually spot early signs of periodontal disease before the onset of more severe symptoms.
Periodontal Disease Treatment in Mount Waverly, VIC
If you or someone in your family experience any of these symptoms, our dentists can take a closer look and determine whether or not periodontitis is the cause. We welcome you to arrange a consultation at your earliest convenience, either by phone at (03) 9888 2523 or right here on our site.
Have you been experiencing unusually tender, painful or even swollen gums? If so, coming into Mount Waverley Smiles for a consultation can shed some light on the cause.
Periodontal disease, which affects the tissues and bones supporting your teeth, is common and treatable when diagnosed early. Long lapses in oral hygiene can bring about an array of potential issues that include periodontal disease.
Symptoms of Periodontal Disease
A few common symptoms commonly attributed to periodontal disease include the following:
- Bleeding gums
- Pain in the gums while eating
- Noticing blood while brushing or flossing
- Foul-smelling breath
- Noticing pus between teeth and gums
- Receding gums
- Tenderness in the gums
- Loose teeth or loss of teeth
Cause of Symptoms
Bacteria accumulation in the teeth and gums can lead to periodontal disease. Luckily, we can avoid this dangerous accumulation by regular brushing and flossing, as well as routine dental check-ups! A dentist or periodontist can usually spot early signs of periodontal disease before the onset of more severe symptoms.
Periodontal Disease Treatment in Mount Waverley, VIC
If you or someone in your family experience any of these symptoms, our dentists can take a closer look and determine whether or not periodontitis is the cause. We welcome you to arrange a consultation at your earliest convenience, either by phone at (03) 9888 2523 or right here on our site.
Meet Our Dentists:
Dr Austin Rhee BDSc (Melbourne)
Dentist
Austin graduated from The University of Melbourne in 2004 and has since worked in private practice on the Mornington Peninsula.
Having lived in the Waverley area his entire life, he began Mount Waverley Smiles with his ...
Dr William Huynh BDSc (Melbourne)
Dentist
William graduated from The University of Melbourne in 2004 and is a member of the Australian Dental Association. With over 14 years of experience working in private practice in Hoppers Crossing, William moved to the ...
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