Gregory Abrams Davidson LLP - Specialist Dental Negligence Solicitors: Gum Disease

Here at Gregory Abrams Davidson Solicitors, we have a specialist Dental Negligence Department dealing with a variety of dental negligence claims. Your case will be handled by a fully qualified Solicitor who specialises in claims of this type.

 We can assist in cases concerning gum disease.

Also referred to as periodontal disease, this is the inflammation of the tissues which support the teeth and attach them to the jaw bone.

There are two main forms of gum disease, gingivitis and periodontal disease.

All gum disease is caused by plaque.  Plaque is a film of bacteria which forms on the surface of the teeth and gums every day.  Many of the bacteria in plaque are completely harmless but there are some that have been shown to be the main cause of gum disease.  To prevent and treat gum disease, you need to make sure that you remove all of the plaque from your teeth every day.  This is done by brushing and flossing. 

If gum disease is not treated, it can lead to gum abscesses and pus oozing from around the teeth.  Over a number of years, the bone supporting the teeth can be lost.  If the disease is left untreated for a long time, treatment can become more difficult.

WHY CAN PROBLEMS DEVELOP?

Your dentist should assess your gums at every check up by gently probing around your teeth to check for areas of bleeding or to look for areas where bone is being lost.  Additionally, routine x-rays will show the bone levels around your mouth.   Your dentist should keep a record of the condition of your gums as they are as important as your teeth.

If the disease is identified early by your dentist, it can be dealt with in the first instance by specific hygiene advice or if required deep cleaning or medications.  If you go to the dentist regularly and follow their advice, there is usually no reason why you should suffer from gum disease.

If you believe you have suffered an injury as a result of poor dental treatment, we would recommend that you contact us to arrange a consultation with a specialist dental negligence Solicitor. 

Gregory Abrams Davidson LLP specialise in obtaining compensation for client’s who have sustained injury as a result of Medical and Dental Negligence. We have many years of experience dealing with claims against hospitals (both NHS and Private), dentists and general practitioners. Examples include claims arising as a result of negligently performed operations, misdiagnosis of cancer, injuries arising as a result of negligently performed cosmetic surgery and injuries sustained at birth.

We have offices in Liverpool City Centre and Allerton.If you would like to enquire about a potential Medical or Dental Negligence claim, contact a member of our Team on 0151 733 3353. Calls can be taken 24 hours a day or e-mail us at [email protected]