You notice a little pink in the sink after brushing. It happens now and then, so you brush more gently and forget about it. Months later, your gums feel tender, your breath doesn’t seem fresh, and a tooth feels slightly loose.
This is how gum disease often goes: quietly, and
without much pain, until the damage is serious. The good news is that it can be
treated, and the earlier you start, the simpler the treatment.
This guide explains what gum disease is, how it is
treated, and what to expect from gum disease
treatment in AS Rao Nagar at Smile Dental and
Implant Centre, on Saket Road, ECIL, which serves AS Rao Nagar, Kapra,
Sainikpuri, and Dammaiguda.
Is Bleeding When You Brush Normal?
No. Healthy gums don’t bleed. Bleeding is usually a
sign of inflammation caused by plaque, a sticky film of bacteria along the gum
line. If the plaque is not removed, it hardens into tartar, which only a
dentist can clean off, and the infection can move deeper.
Common Myths about Gum Disease
“I brush too hard, so my gums bleed.”
Hard brushing can hurt gums, but bleeding is more often a sign of infection.
Don’t stop brushing. See a dentist.
“If it doesn’t hurt, it’s fine.” Gum
disease is often painless until it is advanced.
“It only happens to older people.” It
can affect adults of any age, and it is more common in smokers and people with
diabetes.
“Loose teeth are a sign of aging."
Teeth loosen mostly because gum disease has damaged the bone that holds them.
Warning Signs
- Gums
that bleed when you brush or floss
- Red,
puffy or tender gums
- Bad
breath or a bad taste that doesn’t go away
- Gums
that pull back, making teeth look longer
- Pus
between the teeth and gums
- Loose
or shifting teeth
- A
change in how your teeth fit together
The Two Stages
Gingivitis: the early stage. The gums
are inflamed, but the bone is still healthy. With professional cleaning and
good home care, it can usually be reversed.
Periodontitis: the advanced stage. The
infection reaches the bone, forming pockets around the teeth. It can be
controlled, but the lost bone does not simply grow back on its own.
How Is Gum Disease Treated?
Treatment depends on the stage. After examining your
gums and measuring the depth of any pockets, with X-rays to check the bone,
your periodontist may recommend:
- Scaling: removing plaque
and tartar above and below the gum line
- Root planing: smoothing
the root surfaces so the gums can heal and reattach
- Antibacterial treatment:
to reduce the infection
- Laser-assisted treatment:
to help clean infected tissue, where suitable
- Gum surgery: for deep
pockets or damaged tissue that cleaning cannot reach
- Treatment for receding gums:
to protect exposed roots
- Maintenance visits:
regular check-ups and cleaning, which are what keep the disease under
control
Gum Disease Treatment at Smile Dental and
Implant Centre
Dr. Puli Sudhakar, MDS,
is a periodontist and implantologist with 15 years of experience. He focuses on
gum health and bone and tooth replacement. Patients describe him as patient and
reassuring, and one patient said he explained all of the treatment carefully.
He speaks Telugu, English, and Hindi, so you can discuss your problem in the
language you prefer.
At our clinic:
- Appointments
are unhurried, and your questions are welcome.
- Digital
X-rays help check the bone before your plan is made.
- The
costs and the number of visits are explained before treatment begins.
- Children,
adults, and anxious patients are treated gently.
Gum Disease and Your Overall Health
Research links gum disease with diabetes and heart
disease. This doesn’t mean that gum disease causes them, but healthy gums are
part of good overall health. If you have diabetes, regular gum check-ups are
especially important.
When Gum Disease Leads to Tooth Loss
If a tooth has been lost to gum disease, it can be
replaced with a dental implant, but the gums and bone must be healthy first.
Treating the gums comes before replacing the tooth, and having a periodontist
and implantologist in the same clinic means that your gums and bone are
assessed together.
How to Protect Your Gums
- Brush
twice a day with a soft brush and fluoride toothpaste
- Clean
between your teeth every day
- Don’t
smoke or chew tobacco
- Keep
diabetes under control
- Eat
a balanced diet
- Visit
your dentist for cleaning and check-ups every six months
How Much Does Gum
Treatment Cost?
The cost depends on the stage of the disease and the
treatment you need. Early cleaning is simple and relatively affordable, while
advanced disease needs more visits and sometimes surgery. We give you a clear
estimate after examining you before treatment begins.
Questions to Ask Your Dentist
- What
stage is my gum disease?
- What
treatments do I need, and how many visits?
- What
will it cost?
- How
can I stop it from coming back?
- Will
I need to see you regularly afterward?
Book Your Gum Check-Up
If your gums bleed, feel tender or are pulling back,
don’t wait for pain. A check-up now is simpler, quicker, and cheaper than
treatment later.
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