Gums · Ganshoren
Gum disease treatment in Ganshoren: caring for your gums
Periodontics treats the gums and the bone that hold the teeth in place. At Maison du Sourire in Ganshoren, the dentist treats gingivitis (bleeding gums) and periodontitis (receding gums and bone loss), an infection that, if left untreated, can make otherwise healthy teeth loosen and eventually fall out.
- First sign
- Bleeding gums
- Treatment
- Under local anaesthetic
- Follow-up
- Regular maintenance check-ups
Who it is for
When should you come in for this treatment?
- Gums that bleed when brushing
- Red, swollen or painful gums
- Persistent bad breath
- Teeth that look longer (receding gums)
- Teeth that are loose or moving apart
- Smokers and people with diabetes, who are more at risk
Step by step
How does the treatment work?
Each step is explained to you in advance, with a detailed cost estimate for any major treatment.
- Periodontal assessmentMeasurement of the gum pocket depth around each tooth, and X-rays.
- Deep cleaningScaling and root planing under local anaesthetic to remove tartar below the gum line.
- Re-assessmentA check on how the gums have healed a few weeks later.
- MaintenanceRegular maintenance sessions prevent the infection from coming back.
Frequently asked questions
Gum disease treatment: your questions
Is it normal for my gums to bleed when I brush?
No. Healthy gums do not bleed. Bleeding is the first sign of gum inflammation and is a reason to have a check-up.
What are receding gums?
This is periodontitis: the infection gradually destroys the bone that holds the tooth. The gums recede, the teeth look longer and may then become loose.
Can periodontitis be treated?
It can be stabilised very well with treatment and regular maintenance. Lost bone does not grow back, which is why it is worth treating early.
Is gum treatment painful?
It is carried out under local anaesthetic. Your teeth and gums may feel sensitive for a few days afterwards.
Does smoking affect the gums?
Yes, smoking greatly increases the risk of periodontitis and masks bleeding, which delays diagnosis.
Gum disease treatment in Ganshoren: book an appointment
Avenue Van Overbeke 196, 1083 Ganshoren
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Annual check-up, scale and polish, fillings, gum care and root canal treatment.
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