Healthy gums in Ashburton

Gum Treatments

We all want to keep our teeth for as long as possible, unfortunately gum disease is one of the major reasons we lose teeth as we age. Unlike tooth decay, gum disease is generally painless until the latter stages, when tooth loss becomes inevitable.
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How often should I have a check up?

Your Ashburton dentist will advise on how often you should have your teeth checked as part of your oral care routine. This will depend on your individual needs. Some people schedule a dental check up once or twice a year, while others, who may require or have undergone treatment, will need to visit more frequently.

What Is Gum Disease?

We all want to keep our teeth for as long as possible, unfortunately gum disease is one of the major reasons we lose teeth as we age. Unlike tooth decay, gum disease is generally painless until the latter stages, when tooth loss becomes inevitable.

Gum disease, also know as Periodontitis, is caused by bacteria that live in our mouth, destroying the gum tissue and bone that helps support our teeth. If not treated, the bone is reduced until teeth start to become wobbly and eventually can lead to painful infections and ultimately fall out.

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What are the benefits of regular check ups?

The health of your teeth is invaluable, and prevention is better than treatment further down the line. Regular check ups give your dentist the opportunity to halt any signs of gum disease or tooth decay and work with you to keep your smile fresh and bright, now and in the future. Routinely examining your smile can identify problems early.

Check ups help to:
Prevent gum disease and mouth cancer
Maintain good oral health
Prevent halitosis (bad breath)
Retain your teeth
Keep a whiter, brighter smile

What's the cost of Gum Treatments?

Treatment prices are given as a guide and may vary depending on complexity of the treatment as well as number of teeth being treated.
Membership Plan Price
Standard Price
Hygiene appointment
Free*
From £95
Please follow the links below to view information about our membership plans as well as a full fee guide on all treatments.
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Our Experts And Specialists

Our team are hand picked from across the South West based upon their exceptional level of skill as dentists, and their warm, engaging and caring personalities. They are just great people; we love working together and look forward to caring for you.
Our Team
Dr Andrew Vulliamy
Dentist
Nicole Gay
Hygiene Therapist
Dr Stephen Fletcher
Dentist