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Gum Disease & Gingivitis Treatment in Prestwich
Healthy gums are essential for a confident smile, and regular hygiene care plays a big role in keeping them that way. At Oakley Dental in Prestwich, our friendly hygiene team is here to help you maintain fresh, clean teeth and healthy gums through gentle, effective treatments.
Many people experience early signs of gum irritation such as redness, swelling, or bleeding when brushing or flossing. These symptoms are usually caused by a build-up of plaque and can be easily reversed with routine hygiene appointments and simple improvements to your home care.
During your hygiene visit, we’ll thoroughly clean your teeth, remove plaque and tartar from hard-to-reach areas, and give personalised advice to help you keep your gums healthy between appointments. Regular hygiene care not only keeps your mouth feeling fresh but also helps prevent more serious gum problems from developing in the future.
If gum issues have already progressed, our clinicians can provide tailored treatment to help stabilise and improve your gum health. With the right support, we can help you maintain a clean, healthy smile for years to come.
At Oakley Dental, we use gentle yet effective techniques to remove the bacterial plaque and calculus (tartar) that accumulate below the gum line.
- Deep cleaning (scaling and root planing) is performed using specialised dental instruments.
- Local anaesthetic is used to ensure your comfort throughout the procedure.
- In some cases, antibiotics may be prescribed to control bacterial infection during healing.
We tailor each treatment plan to the stage of gum disease and your personal needs.
Prevention of Gum Disease
Daily oral hygiene is the key to maintaining healthy gums. We recommend:
- Brushing twice a day using fluoride toothpaste
- Flossing daily or using interdental brushes
- Attending regular check-ups and hygiene visits
- Avoiding smoking, which can increase the risk of gum disease
Our team is here to help you build habits that protect your smile for life.
What is gum disease?
Gum disease is an infection of the tissues that support your teeth. It usually starts as gingivitis (inflammation of the gums) and can progress to periodontitis if untreated.
What are the symptoms of gum disease?
Common signs include red, swollen, or bleeding gums, bad breath, gum recession, and loose teeth.
Can gum disease be cured?
Early-stage gum disease (gingivitis) is reversible. Advanced periodontitis can be managed with ongoing treatment and hygiene support to prevent further damage.
Is gum disease treatment painful?
We use local anaesthetics during deep cleaning to keep you comfortable, and most patients report minimal discomfort.
Don’t ignore bleeding gums.
Call Oakley Dental in Prestwich today on 0161 773 0111 to book a gum health consultation.
Routine dental examinations at Oakley Dental help detect problems early, protect your smile, and keep your teeth and gums healthy for life. Book your check-up today.
If fear of the dentist is stopping you from getting the care you need, you're not alone. At Oakley Dental in Prestwich, we specialise in supporting nervous patients with gentle, understanding care that puts you in control.
