One of the most common dental health complaints here in Australia is gum disease. A significant percentage of the adult population suffer from gum disease and nearly everyone will have gum disease at least once in their lives. If you are suffering from gum disease, you will know that it can be very unpleasant. You probably have bleeding gums, they may be sore or sensitive, they could be swollen, they may be bright red and unpleasant to look at and you may suffer from bad breath. The symptoms can be embarrassing and uncomfortable. Rest assured you are not alone, as mentioned it is a common complaint here in Australia and most often occurs as a result of poor dental hygiene and avoiding the dentist. To avoid gum disease you need to brush your teeth at least twice a day, floss regularly, use a good mouthwash and visit our general dentist Dubbo at least once every six months or more often if possible. You also need to visit the hygienist and have your teeth professionally cleaned at least once every six months or even three times a year if needed. By maintaining good dental hygiene at home and visiting our general dentist Dubbo regularly you can prevent excess plaque and tartar from building up on the surface of your teeth. Bacteria in the plaque and tartar damage your teeth, but also creep underneath the gum lines, weakening your gums and damaging the root of your teeth resulting in greater problems. If left untreated then not only do the symptoms of gum disease become worse, but you can cause irreversible damage and lose your teeth. Patients may find that if they suffer from gum disease they lose one tooth, but quickly lose more teeth in a short amount of time. This can be scary, it can affect your mental attitude and wellbeing and it can have a negative impact on aspects of your life.

Reversing gum disease and replacing missing teeth

If you have lost a tooth either as a result of gum disease or poor dental hygiene then you need to make sure that you improve your dental hygiene straightaway and book an appointment with our general dentist Dubbo immediately. Our dentist will carry out a thorough examination of your remaining teeth to make sure that they are clean, healthy and safe from becoming loose or falling out. The gum disease will have to be treated as soon as possible. This may require deep cleaning, removing plaque and tartar from beneath the gum line and from the roots of your teeth. You may need antibiotics and it is possible that you may need surgery. This can help your gums recover and prevent further missing teeth. Here at Crescent Dental Care our dentist will replace your missing teeth to restore the appearance and function of your mouth and restore your overall health and wellbeing. Missing teeth should be replaced as soon as possible. We will put together an individually tailored treatment plan for you, so book an appointment at Crescent Dental Care today to find out more about maintaining healthy teeth and gums, reversing the signs of gum disease, preventing tooth loss and replacing missing teeth when necessary.

Disclaimer

All treatment carries risks. Individual consultation is required with one of our practitioners to ensure that the treatment is right for you.