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East Bentleigh Dental Group
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Gum Treatments

Gum Treatments
To Revitalise Your Gum Health

Improve the Appearance of Your Gums with Gum Restoration

Worried about excessive gum tissue making it difficult to maintain your oral hygiene? Feeling self-conscious about an uneven gum line that causes you to avoid smiling? Fortunately, the dentists at East Bentleigh Dental Group offer a range of gum restoration treatments, including gum contouring and treatments for a sore mouth and gums. By using some of the most advanced cosmetic dentistry techniques, including laser dentistry, our Melbourne clinic can help transform your smile to create a more pleasing balance between your gums and teeth.

What Issues Can Affect the Gums?

There are many dental issues that can cause issues with the gums, not only negatively impacting oral hygiene, but also affecting the appearance of a person’s teeth and smile. A common issue with the gums is excessive gum tissue, which can lead to prominent gums or a gummy smile. There are various gum treatment options available to treat common gum issues and maintain both the health and appearance of the gums.

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What Causes
Gum Issues?

What Causes
Gum Issues?

What Causes
Gum Issues?

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Issues with the gums, such as excessive gum tissue, often occur as a result of poor oral hygiene. Failure to brush and floss on a daily basis can cause a build-up of plaque, which leads to inflammation and swelling of the gums, also known as gum disease. There can also be genetic causes for excessive tissue affecting the gums.

How to Prevent Excessive Gum Tissue & Other Problems

To prevent excessive gum tissue caused by poor oral hygiene, it’s important to brush and floss the teeth on a regular basis (once daily for flossing and twice daily for brushing), helping to prevent the formation of plaque. Regular professional teeth cleaning from a dentist is also an important part of maintaining healthy gums.

Gum Treatment for Gum Disease Management

For individuals struggling with gum disease, our clinic offers advanced gum treatment options tailored to each patient’s needs. Treatments range from deep cleaning procedures such as scaling and root planing through to laser therapy for severe cases. These treatments can help eliminate harmful bacteria, reduce gum inflammation and promote tissue healing. Whether you’re in the early stages of gingivitis or require treatment for advanced periodontitis, East Bentleigh Dental Group can help improve your gum health while preventing further damage.

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Treatment Options at EBDG – Gum Contouring,, Gum Graft Surgery & More

The following provides an overview of our gum treatment options, but a consultation with our dentists in East Bentleigh will provide you with a more detailed understanding of the different procedures available and which gum solution is best suited to your individual circumstances.

Gum Contouring

We offer gum contouring in Melbourne to shape the gums for an improved smile. Advanced techniques in laser dentistry are used to remove excess gum tissue to give you a beautiful smile. For comfort, we generally apply a local anaesthetic, and laser dentistry allows us to seal the gums without stitches, with minimal bleeding and short healing time.

Gum Graft Surgery

A gum graft surgery involves surgically implanting a small amount of soft tissue to the affected area to help create a more even gum line. This gum solution is an effective method of repairing deformities, correcting gum recession and reducing root sensitivity. Along with gum contouring, your dentist in East Bentleigh can give you a more balanced smile with gum grafting in Melbourne.

Gum Removal & Enhancement

If you’re suffering from a sore mouth and gums, tissue may need to be removed. Laser dentistry for gums is able to remove diseased tissue while avoiding damage to healthy tissue, tissue volume and bone. This procedure requires a careful approach to ensure healthy tissue isn’t removed.

The Importance of Healthy Gums for Overall Wellbeing

Healthy gums aren’t just essential for a beautiful smile, but are also important for overall health. Maintaining healthy gums through regular dental check-ups and good oral hygiene practices can reduce inflammation and prevent the risk of systemic conditions. If you notice bleeding gums, persistent bad breath or gum tenderness, East Bentleigh Dental Group can provide a suitable gum solution to help you maintain optimal gum health, supporting both your oral and overall wellbeing.

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If you’re feeling self-conscious about your smile, speak with one of our dentists about the benefits of our gum treatments and whether grafting or laser dentistry is suitable for you. You may be surprised at the possibilities that are now available thanks to advancements in cosmetic dentistry.

To learn more about our available gum treatment options, including gum graft surgery and gum contouring in Melbourne, contact East Bentleigh Dental Group today.

FAQs

Explore the answers to common queries about our dental services in our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) section. From appointment scheduling to post-treatment care, find the information you need to make your dental experience with us smooth and informed.

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If gum disease is still in the early stages, it can be treated with dental scaling and root planing performed by a dentist. Gum disease can also be improved with daily brushing and flossing to reduce plaque on the teeth.

This depends on the specific concern affecting your gums. For gum disease, dental scaling and root planing is recommended, while cosmetic issues with the gums can be addressed with gum contouring, gum graft surgery, or gum removal and enhancement.

Yes, if left untreated, periodontal disease can eventually reach the stage where tooth loss occurs. By seeking treatment as soon as possible, you can keep your gums healthy and prevent the risk of losing teeth.

No, periodontal treatment should not be painful. For the deep cleaning involved with dental scaling and root planing, a local anaesthetic is used to first numb the gums, ensuring you won’t experience any pain.

Gum contouring is typically a comfortable procedure. At East Bentleigh Dental Group, we use advanced laser dentistry techniques and local anaesthesia to ensure minimal discomfort. The laser technology also promotes faster healing and reduces the risk of bleeding or infection. Most patients experience only mild sensitivity or tenderness afterward, which subsides within a few days.

You may need gum graft surgery if you’re experiencing gum recession, exposing the roots of your teeth. This can lead to sensitivity, an uneven gum line or increased risk of decay. A consultation with our dentists can determine if gum grafting is the right solution for restoring your gum health.

Recovery times can depend on the procedure. Laser gum contouring typically has a short recovery time of a few days, while gum graft surgery may require one to two weeks for full healing. During this time, we recommend a soft-food diet and following your dentist’s aftercare instructions to ensure a smooth recovery process.

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