Gum Disease Treatment in Witbank – eMalaheni
Dr Hajee’s Dental practice in Witbank – eMalaheni
Periodontal or gum disease is often the cause of inadequate oral health care which if left untreated is the most common reason for tooth loss. Inflammation resulting from bacteria growing in between the teeth and the gums can negatively affect our health.
Heart conditions and serious degenerative diseases have been linked to poor oral hygiene. Dr Hajee’s Dental practice in Witbank – eMalaheni successfully treats patients with gum disease.
Periodontal Surgery?
Prior to recommending any treatment, Dr Hajee will assess the condition of a patients gums. Usually an X ray will be required to determine the depth of the gums around one’s teeth and to establish if there is any bone loss. This will dictate whether a deep cleaning procedure is all that is required or whether surgery is called for. Unfortunately patients sometimes present with advanced gum disease requiring surgery in order to repair damage to their gums and supporting bone structure around one’s teeth.
How is Gum Surgery Performed?
Although gum surgery is performed under local anaesthetic, a certain amount of pain and discomfort for a period of up to a week can be expected during recovery.
How to Prevent Gum Disease
In order to prevent gum disease, it is essential to maintain a healthy oral regimen which includes brushing one’s teeth twice daily and flossing regularly. A healthy diet is obviously a must. Smokers are prone to developing gum disease and this is a habit that should be avoided.
Feel free to contact Dr Hajee to assess and treat your gum ailments.