Why do I need to Clear my Gum Disease before my dental treatments?

The importance of clearing gum disease before dental restorations

Clearing up gum disease before major dental treatments is a crucial step for the success and longevity of the procedure. It's not just a recommendation; it's a fundamental requirement to ensure that your mouth is a healthy environment for the work to be done

Think of your teeth as a house. The gums and the underlying jawbone are the foundation. If the foundation is damaged or unstable due to gum disease, any new work you put on top—like a crown, a filling, or especially a dental implant—is at risk. 

Gum disease is an active bacterial infection. Doing dental treatment in an infected and inflamed environment is like building on quicksand. The bacteria can easily contaminate the treatment area, leading to complications, poor healing, and even failure of the procedure.

Gum disease can also cause your gums to pull away from your teeth. This exposes the sensitive roots and can affect the final cosmetic result of a new crown, veneer, or filling, making it look unnatural.

Advanced gum disease, known as periodontitis, causes the jawbone to erode. This bone is what holds your teeth in place. For procedures like dental implants, a strong, healthy bone is crucial for success. If you don't have enough bone, the implant has nothing to fuse with, and it will fail.

For any dental procedure, the body needs to be able to heal properly. Gum disease hinders this process. Hence, clearing gum disease must be the forefront to any dental treatment to establish a healthy mouth for any further dental reconstructive work.

Cosmetic and Implant Dentistry work at Tripitaka Dental, Cabramatta

At Tripitaka Dental, Cabramatta, we insist on establishing a healthy mouth by clearing all gum disease prior to doing any dental cosmetic work and dental implants. Providing you with beautiful smile that can last beyond the standard expectation is our mission.