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 Sturminster 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.

Meet the team

Helen Sekhon

Hygienist

GDC NO. 5266

Wendy Hester

Hygienist / Therapist

GDC NO. 3850

Darren Hutchinson

Hygienist

GDC NO. 5293

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25th June 2026

Everything

24th June 2026

the clinicians are excellent : highly professional, careful and cheerful. As are the receptionists.

24th June 2026

Generally I would have no complaints at all as all of the staff are always so kind aand welcoming, however with my treatment this week I personally would have preferred to be told what was being done when at each stage of the treatment; all I could see was lots of different things being put in my mouth but not knowing why etc. The dentist explained what he was going to do, ie root canal however I have to admit I was a little anxious and I feel that if I was told along every step this may have eased this a little. This is why i have used the 'neither satisfied nor dissatisfied' option on the section relating to satisfaction. Other than this, no issues

20th June 2026

All the staff are polite friendly and helpful Reassuring

19th June 2026

Seen on time, everyone is friendly and helpful, very clean premises

18th June 2026

The Hygeneist is a real professional as is her assistant.

17th June 2026

This is an excellent dental practice, from the helpful and friendly receptionists to the Hygienist and Dental Practitioner. Everyone is caring, friendly, kind and efficient. The waiting room is always a clean and pleasant place to sit with interesting and informative videos to watch while waiting.

12th June 2026

Just easy . Reception good , clinician thorough friendly and relaxed Check out easy

12th June 2026

Did what I expected

12th June 2026

From start to finish this is an efficient and welcoming surgery. Customer service is paramount and all members of staff are a delight.

11th June 2026

All staff are very friendly and helpful.

11th June 2026

Very professional approach to my treatment. Courtesy throughout and well informed staff.

RC

Richard Conder

My wife and I visited Sturminster Dental Care today having been away from the area for some time and having had to use other dentists. The reception and treatment we received was outstanding. The reception team are kind, professional, and welcoming. Emmanuel ( our dentist) was truly exceptional, so skilled, gentle and supportive … simply second to none. Darren ( our hygienist) is equally brilliant and uses new and modern techniques which are much more effective and gentle on the gums and teeth. A really outstanding practice which we highly recommend. In addition their fees are very reasonable for the service they provide. Thank you.

10th June 2026

I had never met the clinician before but he totally put me at ease. I was given the option of having the tooth extracted there and then or to wait for a later date.As I'm due to fly to Canada next week I opted to have treatment there and then. He was so gentle and explained each step of the process. Apart from the injection I did not feel anything - except relief when the tooth came out easily. I was given clear advice on what to do/not to do for the next 24 hours and to contact the surgery if I had any concerns. I am really grateful and pleased with the outcome ... no pun intended. :)

10th June 2026

Polite, efficient, respectful and a brilliant service

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Pauline Soper

An excellent dental surgery. All the staff are friendly and helpful. Ian is an excellent dentist and Wendy is without doubt the best hygienist I have experienced. Everywhere from the moment you step in the door looks and feels clinically clean.

6th June 2026

Very efficient and professional staff

4th June 2026

Ian Mercer is a likeable pleasant person and explains what is going to happen during any procedure

4th June 2026

Helen the dental hygienist is a lovely lady and very very good at her job. She always introduces me to the nurse and does her best to make me feel comfortable and always advises me of what she is going to do. Helen really encouraged me to give up smoking. With her gently persuasive approach. She also advises me on how to clean my teeth better. Thank you Helen for your service. Keep doing what you do.

3rd June 2026

As a very nervous patient they are always so helpful and professional and make me feel safe and relaxed

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