Think your gums are a lost cause? Come to Dental Concepts for your next hygiene appointment!

Your gums are like cushions for your teeth: they surround the teeth in the jaws and help to support them. Looking after your gums is just as important as looking after your teeth.

Here are the stages of gum disease:

1. Red and swollen gums that bleed when you brush them could be a sign of gum disease, also known as gingivitis.

2. When gingivitis is left untreated it can develop further into a type of infection known as periodontitis, which affects the entire area surrounding the tooth, causing discomfort and difficulty when eating

3. Eventually this kind of infection can lead to tooth loss and may require invasive procedures to replace the missing tooth

Fortunately, this can be avoided by having regular hygiene appointments with our hygienist Tracey Evans here at Dental Concepts and a good daily hygiene routine. Our team member Tracey has trained and qualified as a Dental Hygienist with the Diploma in Dental Hygiene, Royal Army Dental Corp to deliver oral hygiene treatments to a high standard at Dental Concepts.

The benefits of healthy gums are:

• Minimised risk of tooth loss
• Reduced risk of developing tooth decay and needing fillings
• Fresh minty breath

There are many benefits to receiving dental hygiene treatment here at Dental Concepts in Hampshire such as

• Flexible opening times
• Patient car park
• A highly trained support team
• A full range of facilities all under one roof
• Disabled access
• A caring team of professionals who work together for best results

If you have any questions about having your cleaned professionally, be sure to book an appointment with us today to discuss your options. Drop into the practice at 67 Winchester Road, Whitchurch, Hampshire, RG28 7HW or call us on01256 893 517