Periodontist in Abu Dhabi: Gum Disease and Implant Care
Here at Perfect Smile Dental, we offer specialized periodontal care and treatment with our experienced periodontist in Abu Dhabi. Our periodontist provides comprehensive assessment, diagnosis and treatment for all diseases and conditions related to the gums and supporting structures of the teeth. If you have been referred for periodontal treatment, or your dentist has told you that you have gum disease, you can book directly with our periodontist.
What is a Periodontist?
A periodontist is a dentist who has undergone advanced specialty education and training focusing specifically on the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of gum disease. Periodontists have extensive knowledge about the gums, periodontal disease, and implants.
Our periodontist diagnoses and treats gum disease at every stage, from early gingivitis through to advanced periodontitis, and places dental implants where teeth have already been lost.
Why might I need to see the Periodontist Abu Dhabi?
There are several reasons you may need to visit our periodontist in Abu Dhabi:
- If you have been diagnosed with any kind of gum disease such as gingivitis or periodontitis
- If you have experienced gum recession or other signs your gums are unhealthy
- If you need dental implants, as periodontists have specialized expertise in implant placement
- For crown lengthening if you have insufficient exposed tooth to properly restore your teeth
- If you need to have damaged gum tissue grafted to protect tooth roots and prevent further gum recession
The Stages of Gum Disease
Gum disease progresses in stages, and the stage you are at determines both the treatment needed and how much can be reversed. The earlier it is caught, the less invasive the treatment.
Gingivitis
The gums are inflamed and bleed when brushed, but the bone holding the teeth has not yet been affected. Gingivitis is reversible with professional cleaning and improved daily cleaning at home.
Early Periodontitis
Inflammation has spread below the gumline, and the first bone loss has begun, with pockets typically measuring four to five millimetres. Scaling and root planing at this stage can halt progression, though bone already lost does not grow back on its own.
Moderate Periodontitis
Pockets deepen, more bone is lost, and the gums may start to recede visibly. Treatment is still largely non-surgical, but maintenance intervals shorten, and the outcome depends more heavily on daily home care.
Advanced Periodontitis
Substantial bone loss has occurred, teeth may loosen or shift, and surgical treatment such as pocket reduction or grafting is usually needed. Some teeth may not be savable at this stage, which is why implant planning often runs alongside periodontal treatment.
Periodontal Services Offered
Our periodontists provide the following advanced services to patients in Abu Dhabi.
Comprehensive Periodontal Assessment
We measure the depth of the pockets around every tooth, check for bleeding and recession, and take X-rays or a 3D CBCT scan where bone loss is suspected. This produces a written chart of your gum health that we compare against at every later visit.
Scaling and Root Planing
This is the standard non-surgical treatment for gum disease. Scaling removes hardened plaque and tartar from below the gumline, and root planing smooths the root surface so the gum tissue can reattach to it. Most cases are completed across one or two appointments under local anaesthetic.
Gum Grafting for Recession
Where the gum has receded and exposed the root of a tooth, a graft covers the exposed surface using tissue taken from the palate or from a donor source. This protects the root from decay and sensitivity and stops the recession from progressing further.
Pocket Reduction Surgery
Where pockets remain deep after non-surgical treatment, the gum is lifted so the root surfaces and any damaged bone can be cleaned directly, then repositioned to sit tightly against the tooth. This is used for advanced periodontitis that has not responded to scaling and root planing.
Crown Lengthening
Where too little tooth is exposed above the gumline to hold a crown or a filling, we reshape the gum and, where needed, the underlying bone, to expose more of the tooth. The same procedure is used to even out a gum line that shows unevenly when you smile.
LANAP Laser Treatment
LANAP is a laser-assisted approach to treating periodontal pockets without a scalpel or sutures. It is not appropriate for every case, and your periodontist will tell you at assessment whether it applies to yours.
Dental Implant Placement
Because periodontists manage the bone and gum tissue that support the teeth, implant placement sits naturally within the specialism. Where bone has been lost to gum disease, grafting is carried out first so the implant has enough healthy bone to fuse with.
Periodontal Maintenance
After active treatment, gum disease is controlled rather than cured, so patients move onto a maintenance interval, commonly every three to four months rather than the standard six. These appointments are longer than a routine clean and include re-charting the pockets.
We also carry out gum recontouring for cosmetic and restorative reasons, and occlusal adjustment where an uneven bite is loading particular teeth.
Benefits of Seeing Our Specialist
By contacting us for our experienced periodontist Abu Dhabi services for your gum-related needs, you can enjoy numerous benefits including:
- More accurate assessment and diagnosis of complex gum conditions
- Access to the latest minimally invasive and innovative treatment approaches
- Better long-term prognosis for gum health and tooth retention
- Lower risk of future gum infection or inflammation
- Improved restorative options including optimally placed dental implants
- Enhanced cosmetic outcomes with gum recontouring
Contact Our Periodontal Office
Gum disease is easiest to treat in its early stages, when the bone supporting the teeth has not yet been affected. Book an appointment at our periodontal office by calling the clinic, and we will arrange a full periodontal assessment.
Frequently Asked Questions About Seeing a Periodontist
Can a periodontist fix receding gums?
Yes, in most cases receding gums can be treated, though the approach depends on how far the recession has gone. Mild recession is usually managed by treating the underlying cause and monitoring it, while more advanced recession is covered with a gum graft that protects the exposed root.
Do gums grow back after periodontitis?
Gum tissue and bone lost to periodontitis do not grow back on their own. Treatment halts further loss and allows the remaining tissue to reattach and tighten around the tooth, and where coverage is needed, grafting procedures can restore the contour surgically.
How serious is early stage gum disease?
Early stage gum disease is the point at which the condition is most treatable, because bone loss has only just begun and pockets are still shallow. It usually causes bleeding when brushing and little or no pain, which is why it is commonly missed until a dentist charts the pockets.
What is the difference between a dentist and a periodontist?
A periodontist is a dentist who has completed additional specialist training focused on the gums, the bone supporting the teeth, and implant placement. A general dentist manages routine gum health and refers cases involving deep pockets, significant bone loss, or surgical treatment to a periodontist.
Is scaling and root planing painful?
Scaling and root planing is carried out under local anaesthetic, so the procedure itself is not painful. Gums are commonly tender for a day or two afterwards, and teeth may be temporarily sensitive to cold, both of which settle on their own.
How often will I need to come back after treatment?
Most patients who have had active periodontal treatment move onto a three- to four-month maintenance interval rather than the standard six months. Your periodontist sets the interval based on how your pockets respond and reviews it at each visit.
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