Gum treatment cleans plaque and tartar from above and below the gumline to control gum disease, which causes bleeding gums, bad breath and loose teeth. At GIA Clinics in Vijayawada, it is done by Dr Pravalika Mogili at our Gurunanak Colony clinic and Dr Sreeja Lakshmi at our Gunadala clinic.
Your first visit answers this properly, with an examination and, where needed, a scan, before you commit to anything.
We measure the pockets around each tooth, look for bleeding and take X-rays to check the bone.
Visit 1Plaque and tartar are removed from the tooth surfaces above the gumline.
Visit 1Under local anaesthesia if needed, tartar below the gumline is removed and the root surfaces are smoothed.
Visits 2 to 4We show you how to brush and clean between teeth, and may suggest a mouthwash or gel for a short time.
Each visitWe recheck the gums after a few weeks and set how often you need cleaning to keep them healthy.
About 4 to 8 weeks laterGeneral Dentist, 6 years of practice. At GIA Gurunanak Colony, 10 AM to 8:30 PM.
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Bleeding is usually a sign of gum inflammation from plaque build-up. It often improves after professional cleaning and better daily care.
We numb the area when needed, so most patients find it comfortable. Gums may feel tender or sensitive for a day or two afterwards.
Early gum disease can often be reversed. More advanced disease can usually be controlled with treatment and regular maintenance.
Gum disease and diabetes affect each other, so treating the gums can help with overall health. Tell us about any medical conditions.