Gum disease treatment · Malanshof, Randburg
Gums that bleed when you brush
A little pink in the basin is so common that people call it normal. It isn’t — bleeding is the gum’s distress signal, and the earlier it’s checked, the more of the damage can still be turned around.
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Call nowWhy it happens
Plaque can cause gum inflammation, including gingivitis. Bleeding or redness needs assessment; these signs alone cannot show whether there is deeper damage. The dentist checks the gums and explains what care is appropriate.
Gum disease can damage the tissues and bone supporting your teeth and may lead to tooth loss. It can progress with little pain, so bleeding, loose teeth or other changes deserve an assessment.
How we fix it
First we measure where you actually stand, gently checking the gum around each tooth — then we show you what we found in plain language, with no guilt attached. Bleeding gums are a starting point, not a verdict.
Treatment depends on the findings. It may include professional cleaning, care around the roots and changes to your home routine. Advanced gum disease needs ongoing management and sometimes referral. We explain the proposed care, visits and fees before treatment.
Keeping it fixed
The clean gets your gums back to a fair start — home care is what decides the rematch:
- Clean between your teeth every day, with floss or interdental brushes — gum disease starts precisely where the toothbrush doesn’t reach.
- Brush gently along the gum line twice a day with a soft brush: the gum line, not just the teeth, is the target.
- Continue gentle brushing and cleaning between teeth, and arrange assessment for bleeding gums rather than waiting to see whether it settles.
- Keep the maintenance visits we map out for you: gums that have had disease need closer watching than gums that haven’t.
What it costs
Clear fees. A quote before treatment.
Once we’ve measured your gums, you’ll have a quote for exactly the stage you’re at — before any treatment starts.
Questions patients ask
Why do my gums bleed when I brush?
Bleeding means the gum is inflamed — usually by plaque along the gum line. Often that’s gingivitis, the early stage, which a proper clean and better home care can fully reverse. But long-standing bleeding can also mean the deeper stage — worth an examination rather than a guess.
Is gum disease curable?
Gingivitis can often improve with effective plaque removal and home care. Periodontitis involves damage to the supporting tissues; treatment aims to control it and reduce further damage. Ongoing care or referral may be needed, and outcomes vary.
What does gum disease treatment involve?
Care depends on the examination. It may include professional cleaning, treatment around the roots, changes to home care and review visits. Advanced cases may need referral. The number of visits and maintenance interval are individual.
Should I stop brushing where my gums bleed?
Keep brushing gently and cleaning between teeth, and arrange a dental assessment for the bleeding. The dentist can show you an appropriate technique. Severe pain, swelling or loose teeth needs urgent advice.
Can gum disease make me lose my teeth?
Yes. Gum disease can damage the tissues and bone that support teeth, sometimes with little pain. Assessment and treatment aim to control disease and reduce further damage; not every affected tooth can be saved.
How much does gum disease treatment cost?
We quote before treatment. First we measure your gums to see exactly what stage you’re at, then you get a quote for that stage — nothing more — before anything starts. Call or WhatsApp and ask reception about your plan and confirm available benefits with your scheme; co-payments may apply.
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