Gum Disease Treatment in Everton Hills, Brisbane

At Everton Hills Dental Clinic we place a strong emphasis on the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of Gum Disease. Dr Marles is able treat patients with this condition and has a special interest in this field.

Gum (Periodontal) Disease is an inflammatory disease caused by bacterial infection. Periodontal literally means around the tooth. Healthy gums are pale pink, smooth and firm. However, if an infection develops between the teeth, the gums will begin to pull away, become red and swollen and even bleed during chewing and brushing. If left untreated, it can lead to tooth loss in adults. It is the most common infectious disease in the world.

Please answer the questions below to get a better understanding of your gum health.

• Do your gums bleed when you brush or floss your teeth?
• Are your gums red, swollen or tender?
• Do you have sores in your mouth?
• Are your gums receding? Have they pulled away from your teeth?
• Do your teeth appear longer than they have in the past?
• Are there spaces developing between your teeth?
• Do you suffer from bad breath?
• Do you have a constant bad taste in your mouth?
• Are your teeth more sensitive than usual?
• Are any of your teeth loose?
• Is there any change in the way your teeth fit together when you bite?

If you answered ‘yes’ to any of the above questions, please make an appointment with Everton Hills Dental Clinic as soon as possible.

To discover more information on Gum Disease treatment, please contact Everton Hills Dental Clinic on 07 3354 1448 or click here to contact us online.

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