Experienced Receding Gums Treatment in Finchley

Notice one or more of these signs and arrange an assessment. Early action helps prevent further damage. Key indicators include teeth appearing longer, persistent sensitivity to hot, cold, or sweet foods, and visible yellow roots at the gum line. Some people notice a small notch or dent where the tooth meets the gum. Even without pain, exposed roots are sensitive and more prone to decay. If you have these symptoms, getting an experienced opinion is the first step toward a solution.

Our approach is structured to give you the best outcome. First, you will have a 60 minute consultation to assess the cause and severity of your recession, which may include digital imaging. If active gum disease is the cause, the next step is intensive cleaning with scaling and root planing, usually one or two 60 minute sessions. For more advanced cases needing surgical intervention such as a gum graft, the procedure takes about 60 to 90 minutes under local anaesthetic. Finally, you will have follow up appointments over the next several weeks to monitor healing. The complete process is designed for your comfort and long term gum health.

A 45-year-old patient from Finchley came to us with severe sensitivity and visible roots on his canine teeth after years of hard brushing. After an initial assessment, we performed a connective tissue graft. This involved taking a small piece of tissue from the roof of his mouth and stitching it over the exposed root. Six weeks later, the graft had healed beautifully, fully covering the root, eliminating sensitivity, and creating a much more aesthetic gum line.

A 38-year-old from Golders Green was concerned about minor gum recession on her lower front teeth. Our examination showed early stage gum disease. Instead of surgery, the solution was a course of deep cleaning sessions to remove plaque and tartar from below the gum line. We also provided detailed oral hygiene coaching. This non surgical approach stopped the recession and restored her gum health, avoiding more complex treatment.

If you receive a gum graft, the first three to four days are key for healing. Expect mild soreness and swelling, which you can manage with over the counter pain relief. Stick to a soft food diet for the first week and avoid brushing the surgical area. We will provide a special antiseptic mouthwash to keep it clean. Avoid strenuous exercise for 48 hours. Red flags requiring immediate contact include persistent bleeding, increasing pain after day four, or signs of infection like pus or fever. Call during office hours (Mon/Wed/Fri 9-5, Tue/Thu 11-7) if you experience any of these symptoms. For out of hours emergencies, visit A&E or call 111.

Surgery is not always the only option. For mild to moderate recession caused by gum disease, the most effective alternative is non surgical deep cleaning to remove the inflammation source and often stop the recession from getting worse. If the recession is minimal and not causing sensitivity, another choice is to monitor it and improve brushing technique. For minor aesthetic concerns, sometimes a small amount of tooth coloured composite bonding can be placed over the exposed root to improve appearance and reduce sensitivity, though this does not treat the underlying problem.

The cost of treating receding gums depends on the cause and the chosen method. Non surgical deep cleaning has a different fee structure than a surgical gum graft, which is more involved. At your initial consultation we provide a detailed treatment plan with a full breakdown of costs so you know what to expect with no hidden fees. As a private practice, we do not offer NHS treatment. We do accept several major insurance plans, including Max Bupa, Denplan, and Cigna. Let us know if you have coverage you want to use.

To help you decide, whether with us or another practice in Finchley, ask questions like: What is the underlying cause of my gum recession? What will happen if I choose not to treat it? What are the success rates for the treatment you are recommending? What does the total cost include, and are there ongoing maintenance costs? What is your experience with performing this specific procedure? Will the treatment be painful and what pain management do you offer?