Dental implants Melbourne for patients with gum disease

It is important that you visit our dentist on a regular basis to avoid gum disease, which is unfortunately very common in Australia. By carrying out an examination of your teeth and gums, our dentist is able to identify signs of gum disease very early on preventing long-term complications or irreversible damage. You can also look out for signs of gum disease at home, making sure that if you do notice any of these signs that you visit the dentist soon there rather than later.

Bad breath

A common unpleasant symptom of gum disease is bad breath or a bad taste in your mouth. Bad breath or unpleasant tastes experienced first thing in the morning can be caused as a result of last night’s dinner, or not cleaning your teeth properly; however, once you brush your teeth these often go away. In patients who suffer from gum disease, even after brushing your teeth you may notice that your breath still smells. As soon as you realise that this is becoming a persistent problem, it is important that you visit the dentist who can examine your gums and advise how to proceed accordingly.

Bleeding gums

Another common symptom of gum disease is bleeding when you brush your teeth. Bleeding when you brush your teeth is not normal and if you notice that your gums regularly bleed after brushing then this is an indication that you are suffering from gum disease. It is important that you do not ignore this symptom and that you visit your dentist as soon as possible so that a treatment plan can be put in place for you. Early signs of gum disease can be reversed by looking after your teeth properly and undergoing a thorough professional clean of your mouth. If you avoid the dentist then gum disease can cause irreversible damage and eventually result in tooth loss.

Dental implants Melbourne

Speak to us at High Dental Implants Melbourne if you have lost a tooth, undergone a tooth extraction as a result of gum disease, or other similar issues. Find out about dental implants Melbourne; dental implants Melbourne are an excellent method of replacing missing teeth. Dental implants Melbourne offer a permanent solution which means they are designed to act as a replacement root for your choice of prosthetic for the rest of your life. The prosthetic itself such as a crown, set of dentures or partial dentures may need to be replaced after several years however the implant should remain in place.

In patients who have lost their tooth as a result of gum disease it is important that your gums are treated and remain healthy to prevent further tooth loss. This means improving your dental hygiene practices significantly, undergoing professional cleaning and in some cases patients require laser surgery. Some patients may need to undergo a gum graft and, once this is complete and the gum has healed, you are ready to replace your missing teeth, restore your smile, restore the function of your mouth, and enjoy good dental health once more with dental implants Melbourne. Speak to us at High Dental Implants Melbourne today to 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.