Gum & Gingiva Treatment

Yuvaan Dentofacial Clinic offers exclusive treatment options for a wide range of dental issues in Siliguri with advanced technology and expert supervision. Our dentists are highly professional and ensure each patient receives comprehensive gum and gingiva treatment with a thorough analysis of their dental issues. At our clinic, patients are assured of trusted service, a complete hygienic environment, and vital knowledge on dental care, which promises a bright and healthy smile in the long run.

What Is Gum & Gingiva Treatment?

Gums or gingivae refer to the mucosal tissues that surround the base of teeth and hold them in place. Protecting the gums from periodontal diseases is crucial for dental health, which can lead to tooth and bone loss. Healthy gums are marked by pale pink and firm binding that fit tightly around the teeth. When plaque and bacteria build up on your teeth, it leads to infection and gum disease with symptoms like red, swollen and bleeding gums. Gingivitis is the earliest form of gum disease, which requires treatment to prevent serious damage due to periodontitis, an advanced form of gum disease, which can lead to tooth loss. Early treatment involves maintaining oral hygiene, dental cleaning, dental repairs if needed and ongoing care. With different treatment options available, the right one depends on the severity of your gum conditions.

Treatment Details

Dental Cleaning & Improved Oral Hygiene

People with early gum and gingiva disease, such as gingivitis, may be able to reverse the condition with regular dental cleanings and proper oral hygiene. With no bone loss yet, one can preserve the teeth and gums and get rid of the harmful bacteria before the disease progresses. This conservative approach includes brushing and flossing twice a day and visiting dental clinics for regular exams and cleanings.

Bone Grafting

This treatment involves placing a dental bone graft into the areas after cleaning the infections, where the bone has eroded due to gum disease. Periodontists use bone grafting that acts as a space-holder, allowing your body to regenerate its own bone over time.

Gum Grafting

In case one loses gum tissue due to gum disease, a dentist may perform gum graft surgery or tissue grafting to cover the exposed tooth roots and add thickness to the gum line. The tissues may be collected from the patient’s mouth or from the licensed bone or tissue bank and added to the area of gum recession by the dentist.

LANAP ((Laser-assisted new attachment procedure)

Another option for gum and gingiva treatment, LANAP uses a handheld laser targeting diseased gum tissues while leaving the healthy tissues intact.

GTR (Guided Tissue Regeneration)

Often combined with a bone graft, a periodontist uses GTR to repair the areas of broken down bones and prevent soft tissues from growing in these areas. This treatment involves placing an artificial membrane between the gums and the newly placed bone grafting material to keep the space open so that new bone can grow there instead of soft tissue.

Common Signs You Might Need Gum & Gingiva Treatment

Look at the signs that require gum and gingiva treatment:

• Gums bleeding easily when brushing or flossing, even when eating
• Gums that appear reddish or purplish
• Swollen and puffy gums that are tender to the touch
• Gum recession with gums pulling away from the teeth
• Persistent bad breath or odour in the mouth
• Teeth that feel loose or shiften indicating the supporting bone damage
• Pain during chewing 
• Teeth that feel misfit altogether 
• Pus or abscess between the gums and teeth

Yuvaan Dentofacial Clinic Treatment Approach

At Yuvaan Dentofacial Clinic, our professionals provide an extensive diagnosis of the gum disease and tailor treatment options based on the results. During routine examinations, they look for plaque buildup on your teeth and ask you about the symptoms you may experience.A dentist or periodontist may use an instrument called a periodontal probe to measure the pockets around the teeth and identify how much bone has been lost due to gum disease.  With a holistic approach, the expert professionals at our clinic check your bite, how loose your teeth are and how much your gums are pulling away from your teeth. Additionally, they perform dental x-rays to determine the extent of one's loss with clear images.

Why Early Treatment Matters

Early invention in gum disease is essential to prevent irreversible damage to your teeth, gums and overall dental health. This also highlights the importance of routine check-ups at our dental clinic.

Timely gum & gingiva treatment can:

• Stop the progression of gum disease and infection
• Reduce the chance of tooth loss
• Preserve natural teeth and bone structure 
• Minimise the risk of gum recession and gum tissues that surround the teeth can be preserved
• Alleviate the inflammation and discomfort
• Enhance long-term oral health outcomes
• Support general health and reduce systemic health issues such as heart disease

Benefits of Choosing Yuvaan Dentofacial Clinic

At Yuvaan, each type of dental treatment, including gum and gingiva treatment, is performed with utmost care and precision by reviewing the patient's medical history, health condition, lifestyle habits and goal of the treatment. Yuvaan Dentofacial Clinic in Siliguri provides benefits like:

• Access to modern tools for the precise diagnosis of dental conditions
• Highly experienced and professionals with thorough knowledge
• Personalised treatment based on individual diagnosis
• Compassionate & understanding approach to the patient
• Extremely hygienic and clear ambience to ensure a trusted service
• Post treatment care and guidance
• Exclusive solution for patients of every age
• Certified clinic