Periodontal (Gum) Treatment

Treatment for gum disease, where bacterial deposits below the gumline inflame and gradually damage the tissues and bone that support the teeth. Salvus IDC's periodontology specialist performs deep scaling and closed curettage to clean the roots and help the gums reattach, with advanced regenerative options for more severe cases. Catching and treating gum disease is associated with keeping teeth that might otherwise be lost.

Periodontal treatment addresses gum disease — the chronic bacterial infection of the tissues and bone that hold the teeth in place. Left unchecked, the plaque and tartar that collect below the gumline drive inflammation that can lead to receding gums, loosening teeth and, eventually, tooth loss; it is one of the most common reasons adults lose teeth. At Salvus IDC this care is led by a periodontology specialist who first assesses the depth of the gum pockets and the extent of any bone loss to determine the right approach. The foundation of treatment is a thorough deep clean: periodontal scaling removes hardened deposits from the tooth surfaces and root, and closed curettage cleans the soft-tissue lining of the gum pocket so the inflamed tissue can heal and reattach more closely to the tooth. For more advanced cases where supporting bone has been lost, the clinic offers regenerative treatment using Emdogain, a protein-based gel that is associated with encouraging the regrowth of the tissues that anchor the tooth. Each procedure is published at a transparent price, and the periodontist will explain which combination your gums need. Local anaesthetic keeps treatment comfortable, and good results depend on pairing professional care with diligent home cleaning and regular maintenance hygiene visits. Treating gum disease early is associated with stabilising the condition and keeping natural teeth that might otherwise be lost, and healthier gums also provide a sounder foundation for any crowns, bridges or implants planned elsewhere in the mouth.