Gum (periodontal) disease is a leading cause of tooth loss, yet it’s often painless until advanced. At Astra Dental Care, Dr. Gokul Nivas, a periodontologist, offers expert gum treatment in Madurai — from simple cleaning to advanced periodontal care.
Warning signs
- Bleeding gums when brushing
- Red, swollen or tender gums
- Persistent bad breath
- Gums pulling away from teeth
- Loose teeth or changing bite
Stages of gum disease
Early gum disease (gingivitis) is reversible with professional cleaning and better home care. Advanced disease (periodontitis) damages the bone supporting your teeth and needs deeper treatment to control it and save the teeth.
How it’s treated
Treatment ranges from scaling and root planing (deep cleaning) to microscopic periodontal procedures for advanced cases. Early treatment is simpler, cheaper and far more effective — so don’t ignore bleeding gums.
Frequently asked questions
Are bleeding gums serious?+
Bleeding gums are an early sign of gum disease and should not be ignored. Caught early (gingivitis), it is reversible with professional cleaning and good home care.
Can gum disease be cured?+
Early gum disease is reversible. Advanced periodontitis can be controlled and managed with specialist treatment to save your teeth and bone.
Who treats gum disease in Madurai?+
At Astra Dental Care, Dr. Gokul Nivas, a periodontologist, offers specialist gum and periodontal treatment in Duraisamy Nagar, Madurai.
Book your appointment today
Astra Dental Care, Madurai · +91 83006 48819