Reverse the debilitating symptoms associated with advanced gum disease with periodontal treatment, performed by our dentist, Dr Shivani Patel, who has a special interest in this field.
Your introduction to Advanced Periodontal Treatment
Breakdown: management of gum disease to curb its progression and prevent its advanced effects on your oral soft tissues and jawbone.
Benefits: prevent further damage to your gum line and teeth/improve your general health by stabilising gum disease and preventing gum disease progression.
Process: minimally-invasive techniques wherever possible to prevent further bone loss and improve gum health, potentially preventing tooth loss and lessening your risk for chronic health problems including heart disease and diabetes.
What is Periodontitis?
Clinically referred to as ‘Periodontitis’, advanced gum disease is a progressive, bacteria induced, inflammatory condition which targets the ligaments and bone which keep the teeth within the jaw. Bone loss is a crucial indicator of periodontitis.
Periodontitis is often painless, making it challenging for patients to notice its evolution. If left untreated, it can lead to teeth becoming loose and eventually falling out. Recent studies have also indicated that periodontitis is linked with several other chronic health conditions, such as diabetes and heart disease, making treatment not just beneficial for your oral health but your general health, too.
Introducing Dr Shivani: Dentist with a Special Interest in Periodontal Treatment
We are thrilled to have the talented Dr Shivani as part of our team. Her background as a dentist with a special interest in the diagnosis and treatment of advanced gum disease is extensive. Shivani obtained her master’s degree at the world-renowned UCL Eastman Dental Institute (passing with Distinction) and has focused her clinical practice on treating periodontal disease since 2016.
She has a gentle approach and is particularly adept at helping patients overcome their nerves. She is committed to delivering high quality care to her patients and strongly believes in taking the time to educate her patients on the disease process. Dr Shivani is also a keen mentor to her patients, helping them to take responsibility for their own oral health and thereby preventing disease.
Meet our Dentist with a Special Interest in Periodontology
FAQs
How Is Advanced Periodontitis Treated?
If your general dentist or hygienist has concerns about your periodontal health, they will recommend a consultation with a dentist with a Special Interest in Periodontology or a Specialist Periodontist.
During this consultation, a thorough examination and special tests of the gums will be performed to help formulate a periodontal diagnosis. This will allow for a comprehensive understanding of the severity of the disease and potential short- and long-term prognosis.
Initial therapy usually involves non-surgical treatment, where the focus is to ensure optimal oral hygiene practices and the removal of hardened bacterial deposits from under the gum line. This is usually carried out under local anaesthesia. Following initial treatment, a review is carried out to assess the response to treatment, and further treatment may then be recommended, or a long-term maintenance programme is outlined, as periodontitis is a chronic disease.
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