Hygienist Services

Gum Disease

Screening for gum disease forms an integral part of your routine examination.

Gingivitis means inflammation of the gums. This is when the gums around the teeth become very red and swollen. Often the swollen gums bleed when they are brushed during cleaning.

What is periodontal disease?

Long-standing gingivitis can turn into periodontal disease. There are a number of types of periodontal disease and they all affect the tissues supporting the teeth. As the disease gets worse the bone anchoring the teeth in the jaw is lost, making the teeth loose. If this is not treated, the teeth may eventually fall out.

What is the cause of gum disease?

All gum diseases are caused by plaque. Plaque is a film of bacteria which forms on the surface of the teeth and gums every day. Many of the bacteria in plaque are completely harmless, but there are some that have been shown to be the main cause of gum disease. To prevent and treat gum disease, you need to make sure you remove all the plaque from your teeth every day. This is done by brushing and flossing.

What happens if gum disease is not treated?

Unfortunately, gum disease progresses painlessly on the whole so that you do not notice the damage it is doing. However, the bacteria are sometimes more active and this makes your gums sore. This can lead to gum abscesses, and pus may ooze from around the teeth. Over a number of years, the bone supporting the teeth can be lost. If the disease is left untreated for a long time, treatment can become more difficult.

How do I know if I have gum disease?

The first sign is blood on the toothbrush or in the rinsing water when you clean your teeth. Your gums may also bleed when you are eating, leaving a bad taste in your mouth. Your breath may also become unpleasant.

BRDS Hygienist and Therapist Treatments

As the amount of cleaning that teeth and gums require varies from patient to patient, at Battersea Rise Dental Studios you can now choose the best treatment for you. We have introduced air polishing for superior stain removal and longer appointment times to enable you to have the best cleaning experience ever.

The Regular Clean
The standard treatment to keep your gums healthy and your breath fresh. Includes ultrasonic and hand scaling and regular polishing. £51

The Super Clean
A longer appointment with additional air polishing. This uses a stream of ultrafine silica particles for superior stain removal and is followed by high gloss diamond polishing for a super smooth feel. £78

Deep Pocket Therapy
Elimination of periodontal pockets. Extensive removal of infection (dental plaque and calculus) from the root surfaces under the gums. Root planning done under local anaesthetic with topical antibiotics. £175 per 60 mins

Preventive resin restorations and fissure sealants
Treatment of deep fissures to prevent decay and of early cavities to prevent further decay. Every large cavity started as a small one. No injections or drilling are required. Recommended for all children’s permanent molars and early decay in adults. £35 per tooth

Treatment of gum disease
Treatment of bleeding gums and bad breath. £125 per 60 mins