Gum Disease Treatment

Are your bleeding gums trying to tell you something? Bleeding gums are your body’s warning sign that something’s wrong. Stop gum disease in its tracks with gum disease treatment in Melbourne here at Chic Dental.

Our team brings over 15 years of specialised expertise to every case. We don’t just mask symptoms. We target the infection with personalised treatment that gets results—healthier gums, fresher breath, and stable teeth.

Gum Disease Treatment

Are your bleeding gums trying to tell you something? Bleeding gums are your body’s warning sign that something’s wrong. Stop gum disease in its tracks with gum disease treatment in Melbourne here at Chic Dental.

Our team brings over 15 years of specialised expertise to every case. We don’t just mask symptoms. We target the infection with personalised treatment that gets results—healthier gums, fresher breath, and stable teeth.

Gum Disease Treatment

Protecting Your Teeth Starts With Healthy Gums

At Chic Dental Preston, our experienced team provides comprehensive gum disease treatment using advanced techniques and modern technology. We focus on delivering gentle care that restores your gum health and prevents progression of periodontal disease. With our thorough approach, we can effectively treat gum disease at various stages, often preserving your natural teeth and supporting structures whilst preventing the need for more complex treatments later.

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Benefits of Gum Disease Treatment at Chic

Gum disease treatment offers essential care for infected gums and supporting tissues, helping restore gum health and prevent serious complications from developing. Here’s what makes it an important choice:

Prevent Tooth Loss

Early treatment of gum disease helps preserve the supporting structures around your teeth, preventing the progression that can lead to loose teeth or tooth loss.

Eliminate Persistent Bad Breath

Gum disease treatment removes bacteria and toxins that contribute to chronic bad breath, helping you feel more confident in social and professional interactions.

Reduce Inflammation & Discomfort

Professional gum disease treatment addresses inflammation, bleeding, and tenderness, providing relief from uncomfortable symptoms and improving your daily comfort.

Stop Disease Progression

Timely intervention can halt the advancement of gum disease from gingivitis to more serious periodontal disease, preventing more complex and costly treatments later.

Support General Health

Research links gum disease to various health conditions including heart disease and diabetes. Treating gum disease may contribute to better overall health outcomes.

Cost-Effective Long-Term Care

Treating gum disease early is typically more affordable than managing advanced periodontal disease or replacing teeth lost to untreated gum disease.

Gum Disease Treatment

Your Gum Recovery Process

At Chic Dental Preston, our team specialises in comprehensive gum disease treatment using advanced periodontal techniques and modern technology. We focus on providing gentle, effective treatment that helps patients feel comfortable during their care. With our thorough approach, we can restore gum health effectively through periodontal therapy—often preventing the need for more extensive treatments later through early intervention and quality care.

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What Is the Best Treatment for Gum Disease?

The best treatment depends on severity. Early gingivitis responds well to professional cleaning and improved home care. More advanced periodontitis requires scaling and root planing (deep cleaning), sometimes with antimicrobial therapy. 

Most patients experience minimal discomfort during treatment. We use local anesthesia for deep cleaning procedures to ensure comfort. Some mild soreness may occur for 1-2 days afterward, easily managed with over-the-counter pain relievers. Our gentle approach makes the process much more comfortable than patients anticipate.

Initial healing takes 4-6 weeks after scaling and root planing treatment. Early gingivitis can resolve completely within this timeframe. However, more advanced periodontitis requires ongoing maintenance—typically periodontal cleaning every 3-4 months—to prevent recurrence and maintain stability. 

Dentists can effectively treat gum disease at all stages. Early gingivitis can be completely reversed, while periodontitis can be stabilised to prevent further damage. Treatment success depends on the disease’s severity, your commitment to recommended aftercare, and managing risk factors like smoking. 

Absolutely. Deep cleaning (scaling and root planing) is the gold standard for treating active gum disease. It removes bacteria and tartar from beneath the gumline where regular cleaning can’t reach. Without this treatment, gum disease continues to destroy bone and gum tissue, eventually leading to tooth loss and more expensive treatments.

At Chic Dental, periodontal treatment typically ranges from $250 to $1,200 depending on severity and the number of appointments needed. Most health funds provide partial coverage for these procedures. We offer payment plans to make necessary treatment accessible and will provide a detailed quote following your comprehensive examination.

Yes, persistent bad breath is often a key sign of gum disease. The bacteria that cause periodontal infection release sulfur compounds with an unpleasant odor. These bacteria hide in periodontal pockets where regular brushing can’t reach them. 

The bacteria associated with gum disease can potentially be transmitted through saliva exchange (like kissing or sharing utensils). However, developing the disease depends on many factors, including oral hygiene and individual susceptibility. 

Slightly mobile teeth often stabilise after successful periodontal treatment, especially in early to moderate cases. As inflammation decreases and gums heal, they attach more firmly to tooth surfaces. However, teeth with significant bone loss may remain somewhat mobile.

Scaling and root planing is absolutely worth the investment. It’s the most effective non-surgical treatment for periodontal disease, preventing further bone and tooth loss. Left untreated, periodontal disease leads to extensive damage requiring more invasive and expensive treatments. 

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