Private Gum Disease Treatment for West Finchley Patients

See us if you notice bleeding gums, persistent bad breath, or red swollen gums. Gum disease is common in adults in the UK, and early action helps. In advanced cases pockets may form between teeth, there may be pus, and teeth may loosen. Even without obvious symptoms, regular check ups help catch problems early.

Your visit starts with a 60 minute assessment. We examine your gums and measure pocket depths to gauge severity. The main treatment is non surgical periodontal therapy, a deep cleaning called root surface debridement to remove plaque below the gum line. Depending on the case this may take two to four appointments of 60 minutes each. We use local anaesthetic for comfort. A follow up around 6 to 8 weeks after treatment checks healing and helps plan maintenance.

After a deep cleaning you may have some mild tenderness for a few days. Your gums may feel sore but this should ease within a week. The key to recovery is a strict home care routine. We’ll teach you brushing techniques and how to clean between teeth with interdental brushes. Long term success comes from daily care and regular maintenance every 3 to 6 months. Red flags to watch for include severe or increasing pain after day three, substantial swelling, or fever. If these occur call during office hours Mon Wed Fri 9 to 5, Tue Thu 11 to 7. For emergencies outside hours call 111.

With gum disease the focus is the stage of intervention. Non surgical treatment is the first line, a deep cleaning that works well for gingivitis and mild to moderate periodontitis, aiming to stop progression. Surgical treatment is considered if pockets are very deep and non surgical care isn't enough; this would involve a specialist and is not the first option. Doing nothing is not safe; untreated periodontitis can lead to bone loss and eventual tooth loss. During your consultation we will explain where you stand and why non surgical treatment is the essential starting point.

To choose your care, here are important questions to ask a dentist in West Finchley or nearby: 1) what stage is my gum disease (gingivitis or periodontitis)? 2) how many appointments will the initial treatment take? 3) what are the total costs for the initial phase? 4) what home care changes do I need to make? 5) how often will I need maintenance visits? 6) what is the long term outlook for my teeth if I follow the plan? 7) do you accept Denplan or Cigna?

Private gum disease treatment costs depend on how severe the condition is and how many deep cleanings are required. After the initial consultation and diagnosis we provide a clear treatment plan with a full cost breakdown. There are no hidden fees. We are a private practice and accept insurance plans such as Denplan, Cigna, and Max Bupa. Please tell us if you have coverage and we will help you understand your benefits. We aim to provide thorough care that protects long term oral health.