Dental implants Melbourne after tooth decay and gum disease

The prevalence of gum disease and tooth decay is relatively high in Australia in comparison to other similar countries. It is important that you maintain excellent dental hygiene practices which includes brushing your teeth at least twice a day, flossing between your teeth, using a good mouthwash, and making sure that you visit the dentist at least once every six months. Visits to the hygienist are additionally important as a hygienist will ensure that your teeth are clean, healthy and strong, and free of signs of tooth decay or gum disease. Our dentist is able to recognise signs and symptoms very early on, whereas at home you may not notice that you have an issue until it has developed quite significantly.

Gum disease

There are some tell tale signs that you can look out for. One of the most common tell tale signs of gum disease is bleeding gums. If you notice bleeding when you brush your teeth then this is the most obvious sign that you are suffering from gum disease; bleeding gums is not normal. Once in a while when you change your toothbrush, or if your toothbrush is too hard, or maybe the bristles have moved out of place, then you may notice a bit of blood; however, if you notice that your gums are bleeding persistently, then it is very important that you speak to your dentist immediately and let them put together a tailored treatment plan for you. This includes tailored advice on how to maintain good dental hygiene; you may need to undergo professional cleaning and if your dentist finds that gum disease has progressed then you may require laser surgery in some cases. If you avoid visiting the dentist then gum disease can result in tooth loss.

Tooth decay

Tooth decay can be identified by staining on the surface of your teeth. You may notice white, brown or black stains on your teeth. These can be easily identified by our dentist. We will also look for visible holes in your teeth. Symptoms of tooth decay include toothache and sensitivity. If detected early then tooth decay can be reversed, if you avoid the dentist then tooth decay can also result in tooth loss. Our teeth have been designed to last for the whole of our lives if we look after them properly but if we do not then we can lose our teeth.

Dental implants Melbourne

If you have lost a tooth either as a result of gum disease or tooth decay then you need to speak to us at high dental implants Melbourne and find out about replacing your missing teeth with dental implants Melbourne. Dental implants Melbourne will not only restore the appearance of your smile, but they will also help you get on with your daily life, allowing you to eat and drink as you normally would, speak properly which may be affected by missing teeth, and support your remaining teeth. Additionally, implants will prevent weakening or complications which are also common after tooth loss. You will be booked in for dental implant surgery as soon as possible to ensure that dental implants Melbourne replace your missing tooth before any complications arise. Speak to us here at High dental implants Melbourne today and find out more.

All treatment carries risks. Individual consultation is required with one of our practitioners to ensure that the treatment is right for you.