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For: Bleeding gums, persistent bad breath, loose teeth, or gum recession — the earlier we treat, the more we save

Stop Gum Disease Before You Lose Teeth

Gum disease is a silent infection that destroys the tissue and bone supporting your teeth. It rarely hurts until it's advanced — which is why most people don't know they have it until teeth start loosening. Bleeding gums are never normal. They're an early warning signal that treatment is needed before permanent damage occurs.

At Smile Dental Kondapur and Vizag, gum treatment ranges from ₹2,000 for early-stage cleaning to ₹1,00,000 for advanced surgical cases. The earlier we catch it, the simpler and cheaper the treatment. That's not a sales pitch — it's biology.

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Ideal for

You may have gum disease if...

Gums bleed when brushing or flossing (this is the earliest warning sign)
Persistent bad breath that doesn't improve with oral hygiene
Gums that are red, swollen, or tender
Gums pulling away from teeth (recession — teeth look longer than before)
Loose teeth or teeth that have shifted position
Pus between teeth and gums
Family history of gum disease (there's a genetic component)
You smoke (3x higher risk) or have diabetes (higher susceptibility)

Not Ideal for

This works best when...

You catch it early — gingivitis (stage 1) is 100% reversible with professional cleaning + improved home care
You commit to maintenance cleanings every 3-4 months after treatment (gum disease recurs without ongoing care)
Smoking is reduced or stopped during treatment (smoking cuts treatment effectiveness by 50%)
Diabetes is managed (uncontrolled blood sugar worsens gum disease)

If you're expecting a one-time fix, we'll be honest: gum disease is chronic, like diabetes. We manage it, prevent further damage, and maintain your results — but only with your ongoing commitment to home care and checkups.

Process steps

Step 1: Assessment

We measure pocket depths around each tooth (healthy: 1-3mm, disease: 4mm+)
X-rays to check for bone loss
Determine the stage: gingivitis, early periodontitis, moderate, or advanced

Step 2: Treatment (depends on stage)

Gingivitis (reversible): Professional cleaning + improved home care. ₹2,000-3,000. One visit.

Early periodontitis: Deep cleaning (scaling and root planing) under local anesthetic. ₹5,000-15,000. 2-4 visits over 2-4 weeks.

Moderate to advanced: Deep cleaning + possible surgery (flap surgery to access deep areas, bone grafting). ₹15,000-1,00,000. Multiple visits over months.

Step 3: Re-evaluation (4-6 weeks after treatment)

We re-measure pocket depths
Assess healing
Determine if additional treatment is needed

Step 4: Maintenance (ongoing)

Cleanings every 3-4 months (not 6 — gum disease patients need more frequent care)
Pocket depth monitoring
This is lifelong — skipping maintenance means the disease returns

What to expect for

During deep cleaning

Done under local anesthetic — you're numb, so no pain during the procedure. You'll feel pressure and scraping. We clean below the gum line where tartar has accumulated and smooth the root surfaces so gums can reattach.

After deep cleaning

Gums may be sore for a few days. Some bleeding when brushing is normal for the first week. Sensitivity to hot and cold may increase temporarily as gum recession exposes root surfaces. This all settles.

If surgery is needed

Local anesthetic or sedation. 1-2 hours per area. Swelling and discomfort for 4-7 days. Stitches removed or dissolve in 1-2 weeks.

Recovery/ AfterCare

After treatment

Gentle brushing for the first few days. Warm salt water rinses. Take prescribed medications as directed. Avoid hard or crunchy foods on treated areas until gums heal.

The critical ongoing commitment

Cleanings every 3-4 months — this is not optional for gum disease patients. It's the difference between keeping your teeth and losing them. Home care: brush twice daily, floss daily, use prescribed mouth rinse if recommended.

Cost Factors

Gum Treatment: ₹2,000 - ₹1,00,000

Cost depends entirely on how far the disease has progressed:

Gingivitis (early, reversible): ₹2,000-3,000 — professional cleaning
Early periodontitis: ₹5,000-15,000 — deep cleaning per quadrant
Moderate periodontitis: ₹15,000-40,000 — deep cleaning + possible surgery
Advanced periodontitis: ₹30,000-1,00,000+ — surgery, grafting, ongoing management

The prevention math

Two cleanings per year: ₹3,000-5,000. Catching gingivitis early: ₹2,000 one-time. Letting it progress to advanced disease: ₹30,000-1,00,000+ plus potential tooth loss and implants. Prevention is 20-50x cheaper than advanced treatment.

Original Insight

Bleeding gums are never normal

"My gums always bleed" is not a personality trait — it's a disease signal. If your hands bled every time you washed them, you wouldn't ignore it. Bleeding gums mean your body is fighting an infection. The question isn't whether to treat it, but how early you catch it.

NRI's

Gum treatment during your India visit

Early stage (gingivitis): Single cleaning, ₹2,000-3,000, fits any trip. Moderate (deep cleaning): 2-3 visits over 2-3 weeks. Advanced (surgery): Requires 4-6 weeks for healing — may need to be staged across visits.

After treatment, you'll need 3-4 month maintenance cleanings. Coordinate these with a periodontist in your home country between India visits.

Cost comparison: Deep cleaning in India: ₹5,000-15,000. Same in US: ₹40,000-1,20,000. Gum surgery in India: ₹20,000-50,000. In US: ₹1,50,000-5,00,000.

Additional FAQ's

Is gum disease curable?

Gingivitis (stage 1): yes, 100% reversible. Periodontitis (stages 2-4): manageable but not curable. Bone loss from periodontitis is permanent — we stop it from getting worse and maintain what's left.

Does deep cleaning hurt?

No — we use local anesthetic. You'll feel pressure but no sharp pain. Gums may be sore for a few days after, similar to a bruise.

How often do I need cleanings after treatment?

Every 3-4 months, not 6. Gum disease patients need more frequent professional care to prevent recurrence. This is lifelong.

Does gum disease cause tooth loss?

Yes — it's the #1 cause of tooth loss in adults over 35. The bone that holds teeth in place gets destroyed by the infection. By the time teeth feel loose, significant bone is already gone.

I brush twice daily — why do I still have gum disease?

Brushing alone misses 40% of tooth surfaces. Flossing reaches between teeth where gum disease typically starts. Genetics, smoking, diabetes, and hormonal changes also play a role regardless of brushing habits.

Our Branches

Vizag & Kondapur

ISO certified, family dentistry clinic in Kondapur and Vizag. Transparent pricing & personalized treatment plans for lasting oral health.

Locations

Kondapur

Vizag

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Mon - Sat

10:00 AM - 08:00PM

Sunday

Emergency Only

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Contact

S.L, N Towers, 17-11-5, KGH Down Rd, opp. Collector Office, Official Colony, Krishna Nagar, Maharani Peta, Visakhapatnam, India

+91891 2568614 +91 9849 132 388

First Floor, Endula Empresa, Masjid Banda Rd, behind coffee day building, Kondapur, Camelot Layout, Hyderabad, India

+91 949 111 0404 +91 7416 644 400

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