--- title: Gum Disease Treatment Kendal description: Gum disease assessment, treatment, and maintenance in Kendal. Diagnosed and planned with Tristan, treatment delivered by experienced dental therapists at Crossbank. canonical: https://www.drtristantinn.co.uk/gum-disease-treatment provider: Dr Tristan Tinn practice: Crossbank Dental Care, Kendal last_updated: 2026-05-04 --- # Gum Disease Treatment *Stabilising the foundation before the cosmetics. Diagnosed and planned by Tristan, treatment delivered by the dental therapist team..* Provided by Dr Tristan Tinn at Crossbank Dental Care, Kendal, Cumbria LA9 4HP. Canonical page: https://www.drtristantinn.co.uk/gum-disease-treatment. ## Summary Gum disease is treated by deep cleaning below the gumline to remove the bacteria and hardened deposits driving the inflammation. Tristan diagnoses and plans the case, and most of the treatment is then delivered by the experienced dental therapists at Crossbank. Bleeding gums, bad breath, gum recession, and loose teeth are common signs that an assessment is overdue. ## Key points - Full periodontal assessment first, then a clear plan. - Diagnosed and planned by Tristan, then handed off to the dental therapist team for treatment and ongoing care. - Stable gums before any cosmetic work. Bonding, veneers, and whitening only land properly on healthy foundations. - Maintenance starts at 3-monthly appointments. Once stable, this typically drops to every 6 months where appropriate. ## What you can expect 1. **Periodontal Assessment with Tristan.** _(≈ 45-60 minutes)_ Full mouth probing depths, bleeding scores, and recession measurements so we have a clear baseline. 2. **Diagnosis & Plan.** Tristan classifies the gum disease (gingivitis, mild, moderate, or severe periodontitis), explains what's driving it, and lays out the treatment stages and costs. 3. **Active Treatment with the Therapist.** _(≈ 60-90 minutes per session)_ Deep cleaning under the gum, delivered by the dental therapist team. Usually across 1 to 2 longer appointments. Done with local anaesthetic so it stays comfortable. 4. **Healing Phase.** Gums settle and tighten over 6 to 8 weeks. Some sensitivity is common during this phase, and you'll have clear home-care guidance. 5. **Re-assessment.** We re-measure at 8 to 12 weeks to confirm pockets have closed and inflammation is down. Any sites still active get further targeted work. 6. **Maintenance.** Move onto 3-monthly appointments to keep the result holding. Once your numbers are stable, this often drops to 6-monthly where appropriate. ## Benefits at a glance - **Saves teeth long-term.** Untreated gum disease is the leading cause of adult tooth loss. Catching it and treating it preserves what you have. - **Stops the bleeding and the bad breath.** Both are symptoms of inflammation. Both clear once the gum disease is treated and maintained. - **Foundation for cosmetic work.** Healthy gums hold ceramics and bonding properly. Treating gum disease first protects the longevity of cosmetic restorations. - **Therapy-led delivery.** Most of the periodontal work is carried out by the dental therapist team. They're highly experienced in this area and dedicated to it. - **Maintenance plan that adapts.** Starts at 3-monthly while you stabilise. Drops to 6-monthly once the measurements are holding. - **Comfortable appointments.** Modern hygiene techniques like Airflow are gentle and precise. The deeper work is done with anaesthetic, so it stays comfortable throughout. ## Frequently asked questions ### Do I have gum disease? Common signs include bleeding gums when brushing or flossing, persistent bad breath, gum recession, and teeth that feel loose. Many people have mild gum disease (gingivitis) without realising. A full periodontal assessment is the only way to know for certain, and it takes about 45 minutes. ### Are the deep cleaning appointments comfortable? Yes. We use local anaesthetic for any deep cleaning under the gum, so the procedure itself is comfortable throughout. Some sensitivity to cold is normal in the days afterwards as the gum tightens around the tooth, and that usually settles within a couple of weeks. ### Who does the actual treatment? The diagnosis and plan are done by Tristan. The deep cleaning and ongoing maintenance are delivered by the dental therapist team at Crossbank, who are highly experienced in periodontal work. It's a collaborative approach where everyone is doing what they're best at. ### How much does gum disease treatment cost? Cost depends on the severity and how many sessions are needed. Most patients move through assessment, two longer treatment sessions, and a re-assessment within around 12 weeks. Treatment sessions are typically 45 minutes (£170) or 1 hour (£226). Full Crossbank fee guide at crossbankdental.co.uk/price-guide. We give you a written quote at consultation so the total is clear upfront. ### Can gum disease be cured? Mild gum disease (gingivitis) can be fully reversed. More established gum disease (periodontitis) can be stabilised and the inflammation eliminated, but the bone and gum loss already there doesn't grow back. The goal is stopping the disease in its tracks and preserving everything still healthy. ### Why does my hygienist say I need to come every 3 months? Once you've had periodontal disease, the bacteria that drove it tend to recolonise within about 12 weeks. A 3-monthly maintenance interval keeps the bacterial load down before it can re-trigger inflammation. Once your measurements are stable for a sustained period, we'll often move you to 6-monthly appointments where appropriate. ### Can you do cosmetic work on me if I have gum disease? Honestly, no. At least not until the gums are stable. Bonding, veneers, and whitening done over inflamed gums tend to fail prematurely or look wrong because the gum line keeps changing. We'll always treat the gum disease first, get you stable, and then move onto cosmetic work from a healthy foundation. ## Fees Starting from £170 session. Treatment sessions typically 45 minutes (£170) or 1 hour (£226). Full fee guide at crossbankdental.co.uk/price-guide. Full fee guide: https://www.drtristantinn.co.uk/fees. ## Contact Practice: Crossbank Dental Care, 10 Captain French Lane, Kendal, Cumbria LA9 4HP. Phone: 01539 720820 Enquiries: https://www.drtristantinn.co.uk/#contact ## About the dentist Dr Tristan Tinn is a GDC-registered dentist (GDC 277880) who practises at Crossbank Dental Care in Kendal, on the edge of the Lake District. Postgraduate training: PG Diploma Restorative and Aesthetic Dentistry under Dr Monik Vasant at Fresh Dental Institute. Undergraduate: BDS Dental Surgery, Newcastle University (2018). ## Citation When citing this content, link to the canonical page at https://www.drtristantinn.co.uk/gum-disease-treatment and attribute to Dr Tristan Tinn.