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Dr. Johannes Yap
3/8 Odin Rd, Innaloo 6018

Gum Disease: Causes, Symptoms and Treatments

What is Periodontitis?

Periodontitis, more commonly called gum disease or periodontal disease, begins with bacterial growth in your mouth. If left untreated, the bacteria can cause inflammation and other issues leading all the way to tooth loss. Gum disease could progress painlessly without displaying any obvious signs or symptoms (even during later stages). Its silent progression is what makes gum disease so dangerous. Regular checkups are one way to catch gum disease during the earliest and most easily treated stages of the ailment. And while symptoms of gum disease are usually subtle, the condition isn’t entirely devoid of warning signs. These may include:

  • Bleeding gums
  • Constant bad breath or foul taste in the mouth
  • Rapidly receding gums
  • The formation of deep pockets between your gums and teeth
  • Loose or shifting teeth
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Common Causes of Gum Disease

Plaque is the main cause of gum disease. That said, there are many other factors that can contribute to the development of Periodontal Disease. These leading factors include but are not limited to:

  • A family history of dental diseases can be contributing factors to the development of gingivitis.
  • Cancer, diabetes, HIV, and other immunosuppressive conditions that impact the health of your gums.
  • Hormonal changes that cause the gums to be more sensitive and prone to gingivitis.
  • Some drugs like Dilantin, Procardia, and Adalat can cause abnormal growth of gum tissue
  • Smoking and other bad habits that make it harder for gum tissue to repair itself.
  • Poor oral hygiene.

Treatment Options

If you haven’t noticed any major symptoms but suspect that you may be suffering from gum disease, schedule an appointment to be on the safe side. Dr. Yap is highly experienced and can spot even the very first initial indications of problems, helping you address them early before they become larger issues. Some treatment options include: Professional dental cleaning, scaling and root planing, pocket reduction surgery, bone grafts, soft tissue grafts, guided tissue regeneration and bone surgery.

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Your Trusted Local Dentist

Dr. Yap and the hygiene department at Odin House Dental Surgery are well-experienced in treating all stages of gum disease.

Don’t let your career and personal life be negatively impacted by gum disease and associated issues like halitosis and tooth decay or loss. Give Dr. Yap‘s office a call to schedule a periodontal examination and FREE smile assessment today!

What To Expect

When treating gum disease, the main goal is to promote the reattachment of healthy gums to your teeth. Reducing swelling, the depth of the pockets, and the chances of infection are also prioritized alongside stopping the progression of the disease. Treatment options may vary depending on the stage of the disease. Dr. Yap and his team will work with you to find the best fit for your situation.

Nonsurgical therapies aim to control bacterial growth. If that doesn’t work, you might need to undergo oral surgery to restore the supportive tissues. For some patients, the nonsurgical procedure of scaling and root planing is sufficient to treat gum disease.

Post Treatment Care

If you end up going with the scaling and root planing route, you’ll notice a reduction in the redness, swelling, and bleeding of your gum tissue. Your gum health should be maintained via proper oral hygiene and regular appointments with Dr. Yap. You may experience initial pain and discomfort but it will subside over the course of a few days.

Your teeth may be sensitive to temperature and sweets for the first two to three days. If the pain is severe, just give Dr. Yap a visit so he can prescribe some medication. Your comfort is his priority.

Call Us Today – We’re Here to Help!

Call our Innaloo office to get started! Dr. Yap is a highly experienced dentist proudly serving the Innaloo community for over 10 years.

Together with his highly experienced and caring staff, he’ll be happy to discuss your condition and answer questions you may have and make you feel at home during every visit.

Call his office today and book an appointment at your convenience. You can also choose your appointment by using our online scheduler.

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Call now or use our convenient online scheduler to book in your FREE smile assessment appointment with Dr. Yap at his office in Innaloo.

Additional Services

Dr. Yap offers restorative and cosmetic dental services at Odin House Dental Surgery. No matter what your dental concerns are, Dr. Yap and his team can provide the treatment you need.

*Results may vary from person to person. Any surgical or invasive procedure carries risk. Before proceeding you should seek a second opinion from an appropriately qualified health practitioner.

How to Get to the Odin House Dental Surgery Dental Clinic

Dr. Johannes Yap is a general and cosmetic dentist who works at a local dental clinic in Innaloo, which is a suburb north west of Perth. The dental office is conveniently located near the intersection of Scarborough Beach Rd/State Route 75 and Odin Rd/State Route 64, and is close by the local suburbs of Stirling, Scarborough, Karrinyup, Osbourne Park, Yokine, Floreat, Subiaco, Wembley and Inglewood as well as local attractions such as Jackadder Lake Reserve and Stirling Civic Gardens.

Terms & Conditions
Zoom Teeth Whitening Offer
  1. Limit 1 per person and subject to availability
  2. Must be 18 years of age or older to use vouchers
  3. Includes a Free Smile Assessment which must be face to face.
  4. Whitening Smile Deals ™ price includes
    • Before and after written instructions
    • Before and after photos
    • 4 (four) applications for 15 minutes each of Philips Zoom ™ whitening gel as per the recommendations
    • Relief gel for after home care.
  5. Does not include a general dental check-up and clean but can be used with other Smile Deal vouchers such as $199 check-up and clean or the Smile Deal ™ Invisalign voucher for $6500
  6. 24 hour cancellation notice is required if you need to change your appointment time

Any surgical or invasive procedure carries risk. Before proceeding, you should seek a second opinion from an appropriately qualified health practitioner. This offer may change without notice.

Terms & Conditions
Free Smile Assessment Offer:
  1. Must be over 18 years of age
  2. Free Smile Assessment consultation must be face to face
  3. Includes : Smile analysis, Facial lines and asymmetries, Teeth size, shape and position analysis, Teeth color recording, Jaw analysis, General tooth and gum health assessment and advise on the suitability for Invisalign or other Smile Make-Over procedures and recommendations.
  4. Does not include a full examination, x-rays or a scale and polish.
  5. Free Smile Assessment offer can be used in conjunction with other offers such as Whitening, Check up and Polish, and Invisalign offers.

Any surgical or invasive procedure carries risk. Before proceeding, you should seek a second opinion from an appropriately qualified health practitioner. This offer may change without notice.