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Periodontics is a field of dentistry offered at Larkham House, concerned with the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of periodontal disease, known as gum disease.
Dr Vivek Giddani has a special interest in Periodontics after completing a post-graduate diploma in Periodontology at Peninsula Dental School in Plymouth.
Healthy gums are the foundation of a healthy smile. At Larkham House Dental Practice in Plymouth, we provide advanced periodontic care to protect your gums, teeth, and overall oral health. Periodontics focuses on preventing, diagnosing, and treating gum disease, also known as periodontal disease. Early care can save teeth and improve long-term health.
Periodontics is the dental specialty that treats the gums and supporting structures of the teeth. When plaque and bacteria build up below the gum line, inflammation begins. If left untreated, this can lead to bleeding gums, gum recession, bone loss, and tooth loss.
Our experienced dental team delivers personalised periodontal treatment using proven techniques and modern equipment.
Gum disease often develops quietly. Many patients feel no pain at first. Look out for these warning signs:
If you notice any of these symptoms, early treatment is key. Acting fast can prevent permanent damage.
We start with a full gum health evaluation. This includes measuring gum pockets, checking bone levels, and identifying infection.
This treatment removes plaque and tartar from beneath the gum line. It smooths tooth roots to help gums heal and reattach.
Gum disease requires long-term care. We create tailored maintenance plans to keep your gums stable and healthy.
For more severe cases, we focus on infection control and stabilisation. We also work closely with referrals when specialist input is required.
The development of gingivitis and periodontitis can be prevented by adopting thorough oral hygiene habits, alongside regular professional examinations and support.
Periodontitis can be inherited from one’s parents so the condition can run in families. Many studies have shown that gum disease is far more common and destructive in smokers. Similarly, diabetes will exaggerate the destructive response to plaque. Other conditions that exacerbate the symptoms of periodontal disease include pregnancy hormones, stress and some medications.
Healthy gums do more than protect your teeth. Research links gum disease with heart disease, diabetes, and other systemic conditions. Treating gum disease improves oral health and supports overall wellbeing.
Strong gums also improve the success of other dental treatments, including crowns, bridges, implants, and cosmetic dentistry.
We have an Advanced Dentistry Referral Service from dental colleagues or from patients themselves for complex periodontal cases. At Larkham House Dental Practice we have the latest CBCT imaging scanner to enable advanced diagnosis for complex procedures and patient care.
Dr Vivek Giddani has a special interest in Periodontics after completing a post-graduate diploma in Periodontology at Peninsula Dental School in Plymouth.
We aim to see patients within 7 days of receiving the referral. Please contact us for further details.
At Larkham House Dental Practice, our dentists, and dental hygienists will be able to assess your susceptibility to gum disease and provide the appropriate treatment, tailored for your specific treatment needs and the best course of action for you.
The correlation between these two conditions goes beyond mere coincidence, with compelling evidence suggesting a bidirectional link that can significantly impact both oral and systemic health
Gum disease describes the swelling, soreness or infection around the tissues supporting the teeth. The main forms of gum disease are gingivitis and periodontitis.
