Gum Disease Treatment in Launceston
Suffering from Gum Disease?
Noticed that your gum is bleeding a bit?
Achieve A Beautiful & Perfect Smile
Consultation Is Key
We will talk you through the various available options first
Digitally Measured
By using the latest technology we can make a precise fit of your custom mouthguards
Top Quality
We only use the top brands for our mouthguards that are known for it's performance and durability
Nightguards
Our night guards offer great comfort and will help you waking feeling refreshed and rejuvenated
Highly Trained Staff
Our entire team received extensive training to ensure a safe procedure.
Smile Now, Pay Later
We offer many flexible payment plan options
5 Reasons To Choose Us
- 4.8 Rating
- Conveniently Located
- Highly Trained Team
- Payment Plans
- Sedation Dentistry
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About custom nightguards and sports mouthguards
What are custom nightguards and sports mouthguards
Both types of mouth shields provide crucial dental protection but they’re not interchangeable. In other words, you can’t use your sports mouthguard for bruxism, and vice versa.
Although nightguards and sports mouthguards have similar functions, they’re made from different designs and materials and serve different purposes. Mouthguards for sports are soft and rubbery, while nightguards are made of hard, durable plastic.
Benefits of nightguards
What are the benefits?
It occurs most often during sleep and is typically an involuntary, instinctive reaction to something like stress or a bad dream.
Nocturnal bruxism may also be related to sleep apnoea, characterised by heavy snoring, or may result as a side effect of medications like anti-depressants.
A nightguard is one of the most common types of treatment for sleep bruxism. It provides support for your jaw and creates a barrier between your upper and lower teeth to prevent contact.
- Poor oral hygiene.
- Genetic susceptibility.
- Poor diet.
- The ageing process.
- Some medical conditions.
- Smoking
- Stress
You may be unaware you have periodontal disease during the early stages – one reason why regular dental check-ups are important.
When symptoms do become apparent, they may include:
- Constant bad breath
- Mouth sores
- A change in how your bite works
- Tooth sensitivity
- Loose teeth
- Bleeding gums
- Receding gums
Gum disease complications
This can result in complications such as:
- Gum disease can affect blood sugar levels, increasing the risk of diabetes or making it more difficult to control the condition
- A 2019 study suggested that gum disease doubles the risk of stroke because of changes in blood and oxygen flow to the brain
- Heart disease. Inflammation from the gums can result in narrowing of arteries and blood clots
- Lung infections. Bacteria travelling from the mouth to the lungs can lead to infections such as pneumonia
Is it preventable?
Can you prevent gum disease?
- Maintain a regular routine of brushing and flossing.
- Avoid or cut back on sugary drinks and foods.
- Get regular dental check-ups and professional dental cleanings.
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FAQ
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Every mouth and goal is unique. We live by the motto of providing affordable value to our clients. Once you come in for analysis, we will give you a full cost breakdown
That’s our job! We can do a full analysis of your mouth and suggest the most suitable solutions to give you that life-changing smile!
We take training VERY seriously here at Pickup Bagshaw Dental. We are constantly sending our staff to industry meetups, seminars and events so that they can be on the cutting edge
All of our customers trust their smile to us
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In our warm and welcoming office, patients are given top-notch care and attention. We firmly believe in keeping our patients comfortable, informed, and empowered to choose their treatments.
Conveniently located in the Launceston CBD, we also have HICAPS/EFTPOS facilities available.
We help clients with their smile problems
70 Years
Proudly serving Launceston for over 70 years, we're your trusted team of dental professionals you and your family can rely on
Anxiety-Free
One of the few Launceston dental practices that use happy gas. We don't let anxiety stand in the way of giving you the smile you always wanted.
All Services
From emergency, cosmetic, restorative, general to sedation dentistry - Pickup Bagshaw Dental provides every service to suit your dental needs.
Emergencies
Our practice sees emergency patients if possible. Our caring ADA certified staff are dedicated to getting our patients out of pain ASAP!
Meet your doctors
Dr John Pickup
B.D.S., F.I.C.O.I., F.A.S.O.
Dr Tony Bagshaw
B.D.S., F.I.C.O.I., F.A.S.O.
Dr Lisa
B.D.SC(Hons)
