Healthy gums don’t bleed!

At Western Dental Hygiene in Melton we provide our patient’s with the highest quality of care and every patient has their gums assessed for gum disease.

We use a special tool that measures the height of the bone underneath the gum and we run this along every tooth. We will do this for every checkup and clean and it is essential.

As a dental hygienist run clinic we are highly trained in dealing with gum disease and we have extensive training in periodontal treatment, with is normally called a “deep cleaning”.

What is gum disease?

Gum disease is cause by bacteria in the mouth, this bacteria has been present for too long and has not be removed with brushing or cleaning between the teeth our body then responds to this bacteria but creating inflammation. This inflammation causes gingivitis and then can turn into periodontitis which is more serious.

Providing expert periodontal disease treatment in Melton.

What is Gingivitis?

The mildest form of gum disease is gingivitis, the gums become inflamed, red, swollen and bleed. There is usually no pain or discomfort with gingivitis. However bleeding gums are a sign of disease and healthy gums do not bleed.

Gingivitis is reversible with professional teeth cleaning and good oral hygiene habits. If it left untreated it can progress and cause periodontitis.

Make sure to book an appointment as soon as you notice bleeding gums at our Melton dental clinic

What is Periodontitis?

When gingivitis is left untreated the inflammation progresses to periodontitis. Periodontitis is a chronic silent disease that results in the destruction of the bone, gum and supporting structure around an affected tooth.

The result of this bone loss causes a “pocket” or space between the height of the bone and the height of the gum.

If periodontitis is left untreated it can result in the tooth becoming wobbly and it can eventually fall out.

Gum Disease Treatment in Melton

Dental Hygienists are experts in periodontal disease management and you would normally see us working in a specialist periodontal clinic working along side a periodontitis.

Gum disease treatment involves gently removing oral bacteria including plaque and tartar (calculus). We are also proud to be one of the few dental clinics in Melbourne and Melton to offer laser treatment for gum disease.

Assessment of the bacteria in the mouth and providing tailored oral hygiene home care plan. We work with our patients as a team to maintain oral health and prevent further progression of bone loss from periodontitis thus preventing tooth loss.

If you are experiencing loose, wobbly teeth or bleeding gum make sure to book an appointment with us in Melton.