Gum Disease Treatment

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Gum Disease Treatment PE R I O D O NT ICS

Gingivitis and periodontitis are the most common types of gum disease that affect the supporting structures of the teeth. Both are caused by the bacterial dental plaque that normally inhabits the mouth. Gingivitis and periodontitis are the most common types of gum disease that affect the supporting structures of the teeth. Both are caused by the bacterial dental plaque that normally inhabits the be mouth. Gingivitis, a common condition, is inflammation of the gum and can resolved with good oral hygiene measures.

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At Devonshire ourfrom specialist periodontist and ouroral team of hygienists can help you cure your gingivitis and bring condition andHouse ranges teaching you improved hygiene technique, to treatment under local anesthetic under control any periodontal disease affecting your teeth. Treatment depends on the severity of the condition and for deep cleaning and elimination of infected gum tissue. ranges from teaching you improved oral hygiene technique, to treatment under local anesthetic for deep cleaning and elimination of infected gum tissue.

healthy gums

plaque containing bacteria makes the gums inflamed: gingivitis

periodontal disease develops as toxins cause the gums to separate, forming infected pockets

gum and bone are destroyed, the tooth becomes loose and may need to be removed

For further information please visit our website: www.devonshirehousedental.co.uk/gum-disease

For further information please visit our website: www.devonshirehousedental.co.uk/gum-disease

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