Many assume gum disease is solely caused as a result of poor brushing habits; However, do not fall for this myth as some patients with spotless mouths still develop gum disease whereas others with less-than-perfect hygiene don’t. So, what’s really going on?

The three causes behind Gum Disease

1. Dysbiotic bacteria- 

These are harmful bacteria that do not belong in the gums. They are the “bad guys” that trigger inflammation

2. Biofilm beneath the gum line-

This sticky protein film clings to the roots of your teeth and gives the bad bacteria a place to grow.

3. Your immune response [t-cell mediated]-

 It’s your own immune system trying to fight the infection that ends up damaging the gum and bone

Take any one of these away and you cannot develop gum disease. It’s not about brushing harder but rather tackling the real problem which lays under the gum line.

Why brushing and flossing aren’t enough

Brushing and flossing are very essential for oral hygiene, but they only clean above the gum line, not under which is the target spot for gum disease.

The problem with this? Periodontal disease starts below it.

As dentists we cannot cure periodontal disease in the clinic- it must be managed by the patient at home. Yes we can carry out cleaning, root planning, etc but once the patient leaves our clinic they must manage their oral health on their own.

Dentists can not give patients periodontal disease however lawyers seem to think so due to the myth being unchallenged- the negligence payouts are insane. 

Book a dental check up or gum disease treatment near you

If you feel as though you may be leading on gum disease or just looking for a dental check up, book a dental check up with our expert gum treatment team in North London, Winchmore Hill. Our dental clinic located in Winchmore Hill is here to help you; Book a check up today. Prevent gum disease and speak to a dentist today.

Give us a call at Dentist On The Green in Winchmore Hill if we can help in any way with your Dentist care.