Oral health tips and clinic news
17 articles
Gum disease can recur after treatment and is not a permanent fix. This article explains the causes of recurrence, what periodontal maintenance involves, and the recommended review intervals to help you protect your dental health in the long term.
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Gums still bleeding after a regular clean? See how deep cleaning (scaling and root planing) differs from standard scaling and who needs it in Hong Kong.
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Persistent bad breath despite daily brushing? Master the 45° Bass technique, flossing and tongue cleaning to stop plaque at the gumline.
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Struggling with swollen gums? Discover the 9 most common causes, when to seek treatment, and how to prevent gum pain, infection, or tooth loss—straight from dental experts at Home Dental.
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If deep gum pockets over 5mm and bleeding gums persist after root debridement, open-flap or regenerative periodontal surgery may be the next step.
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Why a regular scale and polish cannot treat gum disease — and how painless deep root debridement beneath the gumline restores periodontal health.
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Bleeding gums, bad breath or loose teeth? These can be early signs of periodontal disease — learn how it is diagnosed and treated.
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Periodontal disease often progresses silently until teeth loosen. Know the causes, warning signs and treatments — from scaling to gum surgery.
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Bleeding gums while brushing can be an early sign of gum disease. Learn the warning signs, what causes them and how to keep your gums healthy.
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Swollen, bleeding gums aren't just 'heatiness'. Discover the real causes of gum inflammation, the symptoms to watch for and how dentists treat it.
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From plaque build-up to wisdom teeth and oral ulcers, discover the seven common causes of gum pain and simple ways to relieve swelling at home.
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Gum graft surgery covers exposed tooth roots, eases sensitivity and improves the look of receding gums. Learn what causes recession and how repair works.
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Gingivitis can improve with good oral hygiene, but severe periodontitis cannot heal itself. How pocket depth reveals severity and when to see a specialist.
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Spot the early signs of gingivitis — bleeding, swollen gums and bad breath — and learn how to stop gum inflammation becoming periodontitis.
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Sore or swollen gums aren't always gum disease — from over-brushing and mouth ulcers to wisdom teeth and abscesses, here's what could be behind your gum pain.
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Dental lasers are germicidal light beams that treat mouth ulcers, cold sores and oral lesions, with less bleeding and faster healing than traditional surgery.
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Crown lengthening removes excess gum and bone to expose more tooth surface — improving a gummy smile or letting crowns and fillings fit securely.
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