Gum Disease / Periodontology

What is Gum / Periodontal Disease is:

Periodontal means “around the tooth”. Periodontal diseases are bacterial (plaque) gum infections that destroy the gums and supporting bone that hold your teeth in your mouth. When this happens, the gums separate microscopically from the teeth, forming pockets that fill with even more plaque causing even more infection. this condition can go unnoticed for some time and can be difficult to locate. Around 10% of the population is susceptible.

Seeing a Periodontist at the Beacon Dental Clinic

will allow a comprehensive overview of your existing gum health and any disease activity around your teeth and gums. The assessment involves measurement recorded on a tooth-by-tooth basis of:

• Your current gum / periodontal health status and general dental/mouth health)
• Your potential risk of having or developing periodontal disease
• Your potential outcomes from any recommended treatment interventions

Treatments available include:

• Comprehensive Analysis and Reporting of gum disease risk indicators
• Provision of Specialist Diagnostic and Treatment Intervention services
• Appropriate Outcome evaluations
• On-going management program