Gum Infection Treatment for Muswell Hill Patients

You should seek treatment if you notice persistent gum problems. Signs include gums that bleed when you brush or floss, persistent bad breath that does not improve, and gums that look red, swollen, or feel tender. Receding gums can make teeth look longer. If teeth feel loose or shift, this suggests an advanced infection and needs urgent care. Many Muswell Hill residents come for an assessment when they spot these early signs. A patient from a nearby area recently came in with bleeding gums and we treated with a deep cleaning to stop progression.

First you will have a 45 minute consultation for a detailed gum check and pocket measurements. We may take digital X rays to see the bone supporting your teeth. For mild gingivitis a cleaning and polish lasting about 30 to 45 minutes often suffices. For more advanced periodontitis we perform a deep cleaning under local anaesthetic. This takes about 60 to 90 minutes and cleans below the gum line to remove bacteria. We then schedule follow ups every 3 to 6 months to monitor healing and keep the infection under control.

After a deep cleaning you may have mild tenderness for 2 to 3 days. Gums may feel sore but can be managed with standard pain relief. Avoid very hot, cold, or hard foods for the first 48 hours. Choose soft foods like soups, yogurt, and smoothies. Continue brushing gently around treated areas. Rinsing with a warm saltwater solution twice daily can help the gums heal. The success rate for controlling gum disease with this treatment is high, typically over 85 percent, if you maintain good oral hygiene after. Call during office hours if you have severe or increasing pain after day 3, heavy bleeding, or signs of an abscess.

While professional care is essential for established gum disease, you can manage early signs with better at home care. Brush twice daily with fluoride toothpaste and floss daily. Using an antiseptic mouthwash can also help reduce bacteria. But these steps cannot remove hardened tartar and are not a substitute when disease has progressed beyond mild gingivitis. For severe cases where deep cleaning is not enough, the main option is surgery with a periodontist to lift the gums and clean the root surfaces. We will discuss the most appropriate and conservative option for your situation.

To make an informed choice about your care whether you see us or another practice near Muswell Hill, consider these questions. What stage is my gum disease at? What treatment do you recommend and what is the success rate? What are the total costs including follow ups? How can I prevent recurrence after treatment? Do you have any patient examples with similar conditions? Asking these questions helps you understand your diagnosis and plan so you can decide what works best for your long term health.

Costs depend on how severe the disease is. A routine hygiene visit for early gingivitis costs about £75 to £150. For periodontitis needing deep cleaning the cost per session is typically £200 to £400. Most patients need 2 to 4 sessions. These fees cover the procedure and local anaesthetic. A 32 year old patient from Muswell Hill recently finished a two session deep cleaning for £450. As a private practice we do not offer NHS treatment, but we accept insurance plans from Max Bupa, Denplan, and Cigna. We provide a full treatment plan with no hidden fees after your initial consult.