Specialist Dentistry

Specialist Periodontics

Family & Specialist Dental Practice in Twickenham

At Claremont Dental Practice in St Margarets, Twickenham, we provide specialist periodontal treatment for patients suffering from gum disease, bleeding gums, gum recession and bone loss around the teeth.

Periodontal disease is one of the leading causes of tooth loss in adults. Early diagnosis and treatment can help preserve your teeth, protect your gums and prevent long-term damage to the supporting structures of the mouth.

Our in-house specialist periodontist works closely with our general dental team to provide comprehensive gum disease treatment under one roof.

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Dr Lanre Onabolu

BDS HONS, MClinDent Perio, MPerioRCS(Edin)

Specialist in Periodontics
GDC No: 207356

Lanre qualified as a dentist in 2004 with honours. After several years working in hospitals and general practice, he underwent specialist training in Periodontics and Implant Dentistry at the world-renowned Eastman Dental Institute, University College London. At the end of his specialist training, he was awarded a Masters of Clinical Dentistry and the Specialty membership from the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh. He is accredited by the European Federation of Periodontology and by the General Dental Council as a Specialist.

Lanre has interests in all aspects of periodontal treatment, including non-surgical and surgical treatment of periodontal and peri-implant diseases including conventional and regenerative periodontal surgery, periodontal plastic surgery, alveolar bone augmentation procedures and dental implants. He is a consultant at Eastman Dental Hospital, London.

He is an examiner for both the GDC (overseas registration examination) and Royal College of Surgeons Edinburgh (Membership in Periodontics), a member of the British Society of Periodontology (BSP) and the European Federation of Periodontology (EFP).

What is gum disease?

The first stage of gum disease usually starts off with bleeding gums (gingivitis). This is caused by bacteria irritating the gums and causing inflammation within them. Bleeding can occur on its own, but most commonly occurs during brushing and flossing. This is preventable and is easily treated. Regular hygienist appointments will reduce these deposits regularly and therefore reduce the onset of gingivitis.

If untreated, gingivitis can progress into a more severe form of gum disease (periodontal disease). The gums start to lose their attachment to the teeth, resulting in gaps (or pockets) under the gum line which can catch more and more bacterial deposit. This in turn gradually deepens the pockets, until the bone around the teeth becomes affected. This can lead to gradual bone loss, which can leave the teeth unsupported to such an extent that they can start to wobble and in very advanced cases, fall out.

      
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 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I cannot rate Lucia Palladino highly enough. I’ve had hygienist treatments with Lucia for the last 8 months or so and in that short period of time, the treatment has been so successful, I may be the first person ever to say I wanted to give my hygienist a hug!
  
 
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 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I’ve just finished a course of dental treatment with Kirrit Johal and really pleased with the results. I’ve been with Claremont for over 20 years and have always found the front staff, nurses, and the dentists to be very friendly and professional. Highly recommended. 😊
  
 
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 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Love Claremont practice, the dentists and hygienists are all excellent. I broke my tooth just after Christmas and they were able to arrange an emergency appointment to fix it. The admin is well managed with regular appointment reminders. The best thing of all is that they take NHS appointments. 100% recommend.
  
 
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What causes gum disease?

The main risk factors of periodontal disease are poor oral hygiene (not cleaning our teeth properly), smoking and genetics (it can run in the family).

If you are concerned about your gums please do not hesitate to speak to one of our dentists, who can arrange a referral to our in-house periodontist. Our periodontist can deep clean the teeth, which can close the gum pockets, therefore reducing the risk of bone loss dramatically.

Please call us on 02088924000 to book a consultation.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can gum disease be cured?

Gingivitis can usually be reversed completely. More advanced periodontal disease can often be successfully managed and stabilised with specialist treatment and ongoing maintenance.

Do bleeding gums mean I have gum disease?

Bleeding gums are often one of the earliest signs of gum disease and should never be ignored.

Can loose teeth be saved?

Early intervention can often help stabilise teeth affected by periodontal disease. The sooner treatment begins, the better the long-term prognosis.

Is gum disease painful?

Many patients experience little or no pain during the early stages of gum disease, which is why regular dental check-ups are so important.

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