General Treatments
Periodontal Treatment
Protecting Oatley’s gum health for healthier smiles
Healthy gums are the foundation of a healthy smile. When gum disease develops, it can affect not only your gums but also the bone and supporting structures that keep your teeth in place. Left untreated, periodontal disease may eventually lead to tooth loss.
At CFS Dental, we focus on the early detection, treatment, and ongoing management of gum disease. Whether you’ve noticed bleeding gums, persistent bad breath, or have been diagnosed with periodontal disease, our team will assess your oral health and recommend personalised treatment based on your individual needs.
At CFS Dental, we focus on the early detection, treatment, and ongoing management of gum disease. Whether you’ve noticed bleeding gums, persistent bad breath, or have been diagnosed with periodontal disease, our team will assess your oral health and recommend personalised treatment based on your individual needs.
Signs of gum disease
Gum disease does not always cause pain, particularly in its early stages. That’s why regular dental examinations are so important.
Some common signs may include:
Some common signs may include:
- Bleeding when brushing or flossing
- Red, swollen or tender gums
- Persistent bad breath
- Sensitive teeth
- Receding gums
- Loose teeth
- Changes in the way your teeth fit together
If you’ve noticed any of these symptoms, we recommend scheduling a dental examination to assess your gum health.
Understanding your risk
Anyone can develop gum disease, but some factors may increase your risk.
These include:
These include:
- Smoking
- Inadequate brushing or flossing
- A genetic predisposition
- Ageing
Even if you don’t have noticeable symptoms, regular dental examinations allow us to monitor your gum health and identify concerns early.
How is gum disease treated?
Treatment depends on the stage of gum disease and your individual circumstances. Following a comprehensive examination, we’ll recommend a personalised treatment plan designed to help manage the infection and support your long-term oral health.
Comprehensive Assessment
Deep Cleaning
Ongoing Management
Advanced Treatment
Comprehensive AssessmentWe’ll assess the health of your gums, measure any periodontal pockets, and determine the extent of the disease before discussing the most appropriate treatment options with you.
Deep Cleaning
For many patients, treatment begins with scaling and root planing, also known as a deep clean. This procedure removes bacterial plaque and hardened deposits from above and below the gumline, then smooths the root surfaces to help reduce future plaque buildup.
For many patients, treatment begins with scaling and root planing, also known as a deep clean. This procedure removes bacterial plaque and hardened deposits from above and below the gumline, then smooths the root surfaces to help reduce future plaque buildup.
Ongoing Management
Where appropriate, medication may be recommended to help manage the infection and support healing. We’ll also provide personalised advice to help you maintain healthy gums at home and reduce the risk of further disease progression.
Where appropriate, medication may be recommended to help manage the infection and support healing. We’ll also provide personalised advice to help you maintain healthy gums at home and reduce the risk of further disease progression.
Advanced Treatment
If gum disease has progressed and non-surgical treatment is not sufficient, periodontal surgery may be recommended. During this procedure, the gums are gently lifted to allow deeper cleaning, then repositioned to make ongoing oral hygiene easier.
If gum disease has progressed and non-surgical treatment is not sufficient, periodontal surgery may be recommended. During this procedure, the gums are gently lifted to allow deeper cleaning, then repositioned to make ongoing oral hygiene easier.
Looking after your gums at home
Successful periodontal treatment is a partnership between you and your dental team.
Rather than thinking of brushing as simply cleaning your teeth, we encourage a gum-focused approach. Plaque first collects around the gumline, so cleaning where the gums meet the teeth is an important part of maintaining healthy gums.
We’ll demonstrate effective brushing and flossing techniques during your appointment and provide personalised advice to help you care for your gums at home.
Maintaining healthy gums also means attending your recommended dental examinations and professional cleans so we can continue to monitor your periodontal health over time.
Rather than thinking of brushing as simply cleaning your teeth, we encourage a gum-focused approach. Plaque first collects around the gumline, so cleaning where the gums meet the teeth is an important part of maintaining healthy gums.
We’ll demonstrate effective brushing and flossing techniques during your appointment and provide personalised advice to help you care for your gums at home.
Maintaining healthy gums also means attending your recommended dental examinations and professional cleans so we can continue to monitor your periodontal health over time.
Your questions, answered.
Can’t find what you’re after?
We’re always happy to talk it through.
What is the difference between gingivitis and periodontal disease?
Gingivitis is the early stage of gum disease and affects the gums. If left untreated, it can progress to periodontal disease, in which the infection affects the bone and supporting tissues around the teeth.
Can gum disease be treated?
Will periodontal treatment be painful?
How can I help prevent gum disease?
Healthy gums
support a healthy smile
Looking after your gums is one of the most important steps you can take to protect your oral health. Whether you’re concerned about bleeding gums or have been diagnosed with periodontal disease, our team is here to provide personalised care and ongoing support.