Joy Dental Clinic Bongcheon
FAQ · GUM
Questions about what we check first when gums bleed or teeth are loose, how scaling differs from removing tartar below the gum, and whether loose teeth can be saved.
Q1
Tooth surfaces that were covered by tartar are exposed, so they may be temporarily sensitive, usually decreasing within a few days. Regular scaling helps keep the gums healthy, and we advise the interval based on your gum condition.
Q2
The gum, which had been swollen and propped up by tartar, settles back to its original position once the tartar is removed; scaling does not cut away the gum. What becomes visible is the area where bone had already been lost to inflammation, and leaving the tartar would make the damage progress further.
Q3
Gum disease is closer to a condition that is managed. Treatment can reduce inflammation and stop progression, but dissolved bone does not come back by itself, and regular care and oral hygiene habits are needed afterward.
Q4
It depends on how much jawbone has been lost. If more than half of the root length still has bone and the inflammation is controlled, teeth can often be kept with gum treatment and splinting. After a detailed examination, we first judge whether a tooth can be saved before considering extraction.
Q5
Basic gum treatment, such as scaling once a year from age 19, root planing and curettage, and periodontal flap surgery, is covered by Korean national health insurance. Bone graft materials and some regenerative materials are not covered; we explain item by item at the consultation.
Q6
Diabetes and gum disease are well known to worsen each other, and there are studies showing that periodontal treatment slightly helps blood sugar control. Links with cardiovascular disease have also been reported, so if you have a chronic condition, gum care matters even more.
Q7
Yes. The tissue around implants can also become inflamed (peri-implantitis), and it may progress faster than around natural teeth. As with natural teeth, it is managed with regular checkups and professional cleaning.
Q8
It is done under local anesthesia, so there is little pain during the procedure. After the anesthesia wears off, the gums may feel tender or sensitive for a few days, and this usually passes without painkillers.
Q9
Gingivitis is often finished with one scaling and a recheck; moderate periodontitis takes about 2–3 months, including 2–4 section-by-section treatments and re-evaluation after 4–8 weeks. It takes longer if surgery is needed.
Q10
Do not scrub hard, but do not avoid brushing either — clean thoroughly. If the plaque causing the bleeding is not removed, the inflammation continues. Brushing the gum line with a soft toothbrush usually reduces bleeding within 1–2 weeks.
Q11
Yes. We check the state of the previous treatment carefully and then continue. We assess your current condition with a detailed diagnosis and draw up a new plan for the remaining treatment.
※ The answers above are general information and do not replace an individual diagnosis or treatment plan. Treatment results and side effects can vary from person to person. · Last reviewed 2026-09-11 · Reviewed by Director Jeong Jinwoo (board-certified prosthodontist and specialist in integrated dentistry)
RESERVATION
The answers are general standards. The answer for your own teeth is given at the consultation after diagnosis.
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