Replacing missing teeth after gum disease with dental implants Melbourne

Gum disease is very common in Australia; studies show that 3 in every 10 adults have moderate to severe gum disease. Most people are affected by gum disease at least once in their life, but by visiting the dentist on a regular basis this can be avoided. The dentist can identify signs of gum disease early on but did you know that so could you. There are many symptoms of gum disease that you may notice at home; and if symptoms do arise, it is urgent that you visit the dentist sooner rather than later to prevent long-term complications and even tooth loss.

Signs and symptoms of gum disease

One of the most common symptoms of gum disease is bad breath that doesn’t go away, even after you have brushed your teeth. This can be embarrassing and uncomfortable;  however, it can be treated therefore if you notice that you have bad breath or an unpleasant taste in your mouth, then you need to speak to your dentist as soon as possible. Patients with gum disease may notice toothache or sensitivity when biting or chewing. You may not be able to enjoy your favourite food so it is important that this is addressed early on. Speak to your dentist as soon as possible. Gum recession is another effect of gum disease; our gums are supposed to be healthy and pink but in patients with gum disease they may appear red and swollen. If you have gum recession then the healthy gum tissue around the teeth begins to shrink or recede exposing more of the tooth structure, making them appear longer. It is important that you visit the dentist early on when you notice these signs and not wait for it to worsen.

Dental implants

Early signs of gum disease can be reversed, but by avoiding the dentist you may lose your teeth. Tooth loss can have a huge negative impact on your life. When we are young, it is exciting to lose a tooth, but as an adult it is quite the opposite. Tooth loss can be a traumatic experience but at high dental implants Melbourne we are here to help. At High dental implants Melbourne, although we know that nothing is as good as the original, we offer an excellent solution in the form of dental implants Melbourne to replace your missing teeth. Dental implants Melbourne are the golden standard in tooth replacement. Dental implants Melbourne are small titanium screws that in actual fact replace the root of your missing tooth. This new root is then fixed with a dental prosthetic. You may need a crown to replace your missing tooth, or if you are missing multiple teeth then you may need partial dentures or full dentures. A missing tooth can be replaced with a single dental implant, whilst a full arch of teeth can be replaced with as little as four dental implants Melbourne. We will help you look after your original teeth and prevent tooth loss; however, if you have lost a tooth then we are here to help you as soon as possible to prevent further missing teeth and the range of complications that occur as a result of tooth loss. Speak to us and find out more about dental implants Melbourne today.

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