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Gum disease therapy

Gum disease is one of the most common oral diseases and affects people of all ages. Caused by a build-up of plaque and bacteria on the gum line, gum disease can lead to bleeding, inflammation and redness and if left to progress, can lead to tooth loss.

Gum disease can also be aggravated by:

  • Smoking
  • Lack of brushing or flossing
  • If you have diabetes or other chronic diseases
  • Certain medications

If you spot signs of gum disease you can initially treat these at home by stepping up your hygiene routine and using dentist-approved products. If your symptoms do not improve, your Hest Bank Dental Care dentist and dental hygienist will recommend a personal oral health plan to address your individual needs. Gum hygiene is important to ensure that your teeth remain supported and healthy.

Advanced gum disease

The first stage of gum disease, known as gingivitis, can be simple to reverse. However, if left to progress it can develop into a more advanced form of gum disease known as periodontitis, resulting in the formation of gaps between the gums and teeth, known as pockets. More plaque can collect in these pockets and thus continue the progression of the disease. As the pockets deepen, the plaque becomes more inaccessible to cleaning, more extensive and more toxic. This leads to increasing damage to the supporting bone around the roots of the teeth.

Periodontal treatment is provided by our specialist periodontist who will clean the pockets around teeth to prevent damage to surrounding bone. The majority of Periodontal treatment involves thoroughly cleaning the tooth root surface. However, advanced cases may it also involve surgical and restorative techniques.

After initial stabilisation of the condition has been achieved, a thorough lifelong home care regime is required to prevent future lapses, along with regular monitoring and maintenance from your dentist and dental hygienist.

If you are suffering with symptoms of gum disease book a review with our dental hygiene team today.

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Meet the team

Genevieve Beranek-Stanley

Dental Hygienist

GDC NO. 193014

Rebecca Riding

Dental Hygienist

GDC NO. 246639

Emma Lucas

Dental Therapist

GDC NO. 125383

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The biggest compliment we receive is when our patients refer their friends and family to Hest Bank Dental Care. In fact, we have built much of our practice on these valued, trusted recommendations over the years. Read our reviews to hear why our patients are recommending us…

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2312 Reviews

5.0

14th August 2025

Professional treatment

14th August 2025

All the staff are friendly and helpful and have obviously been very well trained and so are confident and happy at their work.

13th August 2025

Friendly & professional team at Hest Bank highly recommended

13th August 2025

The staff are wornderfull and Emma is a joy

12th August 2025

The clinician was very good at explaining what he was doing at each stage.

12th August 2025

As always, fantastic service from all the team at the clinic. Jonathan Tolson always goes above and beyond and indulges my horrendous humour, which makes the whole experience way better. I sadly didn’t get the name of the dental nurse, but she joined in which was good. The hygienist, Emma(?) and her assistant were great as well, also joining in. Wish I could have treatments more often

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Clare Lockwood (Clarelouise)

The Hest Bank dental team go above and beyond to help you and ensure everything is the best it can be. Stuart Johnson my dentist was so caring, I had i bad reaction on my first treatment due to my fibromyalgia never happened before but then again never really had much treatment in past. I needed another treatment but the other side ,so I was very apprehensive obviously.. Stuart spoke other dentist and dental professors and read up as much as possible , we spoke many times and he sent emails with the info etc!! To make sure I didn't suffer.. I had the treatment on 11/8/25 and I haven't had any intense shooting nerve pain at all.. i hoping it continues.. I would highly recommend this practice Thankyou Stuart your a star

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Allan Morris

All staff are friendly, professional and work to very high standards.

8th August 2025

Staff polite and helpful and friendly

8th August 2025

Seen exactly on time for my scheduled appointment. The clinition explained the procedure and tthe treatment was carried out with skill and courtesy. Friendly staff made for a relaxing atmosphere

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Yvonne Partridge

1st appointment at hest bank with Kate so impressed can't wait to continue with my treatment. Would recommend hest bank if you want expert treatment

8th August 2025

The reception staff and dentist are very friendly. I went in 5 minutes before my appointment time. The surgery is very clean and it's easy to park nearby.

7th August 2025

Everyone there is friendly and professional and they always provide a great service.

7th August 2025

It’s always great service, professional & friendly

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Ian Simpson

Always helpful, professional and friendly from the reception staff to the dentists and hygienists.

5th August 2025

Staff always friendly appointments usually on time not having to wait long nice and calm waiting area

3rd August 2025

Everything is very clean, I didn’t have to wait long, Jake was amazing and thoroughly explained everything to me and kept checking I was ok throughout the treatment. he and all the staff are really lovely :)

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Tony Smith

Professional, courteous team, always leaving with a smile

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Terri Duncan

Jake was great today. He fully explained and showed me everything he did and why he needed to do it. He also went through everything I need to do to keep my teeth and gums healthy. He is very nice and put me at ease straight away. Thank you :)

31st July 2025

Everything is run very professionally and the staff are friendly and efficient.

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