Gum Disease
Bleeding or swollen gums are often the first sign of gum disease. Caught early, it's very treatable.
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Early gum disease is very treatable.
Gum disease starts quietly — often with a little bleeding when you brush or floss. Left untreated, the inflammation can spread deeper, damaging the tissues and bone that support your teeth.
The good news is that catching it early makes all the difference. With a professional clean and a few changes to your home routine, most early gum disease can be stopped and reversed before it causes lasting harm.
Obvious. And often painful.
The signs vary, but most people notice one or more of these:
- 01Bleeding gums when brushing or flossing
- 02Red, swollen or tender gums
- 03Persistent bad breath
- 04Gums pulling away from the teeth
Where it comes from.
The most common culprits:
Don't wait it out.
Speak to your our practice dentist if you're experiencing any of the following — book an appointment as soon as you can:
- —Bleeding that continues for more than a week
- —Gums that look increasingly red or swollen
- —Teeth feeling loose
- —Persistent bad breath despite good brushing
In discomfort right now?
Gentle brushing and interdental cleaning can help mild cases, but established gum disease needs professional treatment to stop it progressing.
A plan, not a quick fix.
Early gum disease often responds well to a thorough clean and better home care. More advanced cases may need deeper cleaning treatment.
