Common signs of gum disease
- Tender, red, swollen, or inflamed gums
- Bleeding when you brush or floss
- Loose teeth or teeth that look longer than they used to
- A receding gum line
- Persistent bad breath
How we treat it
Treatment is always tailored to the stage of disease. For early gingivitis, an enhanced cleaning is often enough. More advanced cases may need scaling and root planing, antibiotic therapy, or laser treatment to restore healthy tissue.