
Gum disease Treatment Aftercare Advice
Have you recently had gum disease treated?
After treatment advice
Gum disease treatment at our Plymouth based dental practice
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Gum disease requires deep cleaning below the gums in many cases
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Common things to expect during the healing process include
- Gum recession - as the gum heals from its inflamed form , the swelling reduces , meaning recession so more of the tooth is on show, which may concern you aesthetically however this shrinkage is healthy
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- Sensitivity - gum healing leads to gum recession which leads to exposure of dentine which can lead to tooth sensitivity this can be managed through topical application of sensitive toothpastes, apply a generous layer onto the sensitive tooth and leave it , do this every 2 hours and gradually sensitivity will reduce
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Deep cleaning is a vital part of gum disease treatment
If not carried out correctly unfortunately your gum disease will not heal and stabilise
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This deep cleaning can lead to soreness around the area for up to 2 weeks following the treatment
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During this time it is vital to maintain the oral hygiene routine explained to you by our dentists as not doing this will lead to further pain and degradation
Longer team healing of the gums involves reduction of swelling - as during active gum disease the gums become swollen
So during successful healing you can expect your gums to shrink (which may be confusing) but they are shrinking and becoming healthier and tighter sealing the teeth not allowing bugs to get into your gums anymore
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This shrinking will make the teeth appear longer and also expose root surfaces of the teeth which can lead to sensitivity this can be readily managed through application of sensitive toothpastes or treatment by us in more severe cases
Read more about managing tooth sensitivity here
If you have had gum disease treatment with us and you have any concerns or questions Do not hesitate to contact us on 07 828 268 368
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These are temporary side effects and can be managed , gum recession should only take place during the initial healing and then should stop
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Any concerns regarding gum disease treatment contact us for expert advice regarding the management of gum disease in Plymouth , Devon.