Red, swollen gums that bled easily when brushing were the sign that prompted a patient to book an appointment after months of hesitation. A thick build-up of tartar around the back teeth was the main cause the doctor identified.
A Deep Cleaning Process
Scaling and cleaning below the gum line were done gently, combined with re-teaching how to use dental floss and a suitable brush to maintain the results long term.
Healthy Gums Are the Foundation
After a few weeks, the gum bleeding had almost disappeared. The patient realised that proper gum care is just as important as tooth care, and has kept up regular scaling appointments since.
