Gum Disease Treatment in Kakinada
Bleeding gums are never something to just brush off — they're usually the earliest sign your gums are fighting an infection. Left untreated, gum disease can progress from mild irritation to a condition that loosens and eventually costs you teeth. The good news: caught early, it's highly treatable.
Signs of Gum Disease
- Bleeding gums when brushing or flossing.
- Red, swollen, or tender gums.
- Persistent bad breath that doesn't go away with brushing.
- Receding gums or teeth that look longer than before.
- Loose or shifting teeth in more advanced stages.
How We Treat Gum Disease
Treatment depends on how advanced the condition is. Early-stage gingivitis usually responds well to a professional cleaning and improved daily brushing and flossing. More advanced periodontitis typically needs deep cleaning — known as scaling and root planing — which removes plaque and tartar from below the gumline and smooths the tooth root so gums can reattach and heal.
Our Treatment Process
- Gum Assessment — We measure gum pocket depth around each tooth to determine the stage of disease.
- Deep Cleaning (if needed) — Plaque and tartar are removed from below the gumline, and root surfaces are smoothed.
- Local Anesthesia — Used for deep cleaning to keep the procedure comfortable.
- Maintenance Plan — More frequent follow-up cleanings are scheduled to keep the infection from returning.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the difference between gingivitis and periodontitis?
Gingivitis is the early, reversible stage — gums are inflamed and may bleed, but the bone underneath is unaffected. Periodontitis is more advanced: the infection has spread below the gumline and started damaging the bone and tissue that hold your teeth in place.
Can gum disease be reversed?
Gingivitis can usually be fully reversed with professional cleaning and improved home care. Periodontitis can't be completely reversed once bone loss has occurred, but treatment can stop it from progressing further and protect your remaining teeth.
Is deep cleaning (scaling and root planing) painful?
The area is numbed with local anesthesia before deep cleaning, so you shouldn't feel pain during the procedure. Some mild sensitivity for a few days afterward is normal.
How do I know if I have gum disease?
Common signs include gums that bleed when brushing or flossing, redness or swelling, persistent bad breath, gums that appear to be pulling away from teeth, or teeth that feel loose. Any of these are worth getting checked.
We welcome patients from across Kakinada (533003, 533001, 533002, 533004, 533005, 533006, 533007) as well as Bhaskar Nagar (Kakinada), Madhava Nagar (Kakinada), East Godavari district, and Pitapuram.