Periodontal treatment at St Anthony Dental keeps gum disease under control.

Periodontal Treatment

Just like your house needs a sturdy foundation, so do your teeth. Your teeth’s support system is your gums and jawbone. If your gums and jawbone are unhealthy, your teeth are at risk, too.

Understanding Gum Disease

Gum disease is an infection of your gums and bone that puts your teeth in jeopardy. Gum disease is one of the common conditions, like tooth decay, that we screen you for during every preventive visit. When we detect early symptoms of gum disease, it’s easier to treat, and some patients can reverse their condition.

How Do We Treat Gum Disease at St Anthony Dental?

Dr Li and his team offer several services to help you manage gum disease at any stage. Here’s what you should know.

A Professional Clean

Gingivitis can sometimes be reversed with a thorough professional clean and improvements to your home care.

Scaling and Root Planing

Periodontitis requires a deeper clean to reach below the gumline and smooth the root surfaces.

Antibiotic Therapy

Dr Li may recommend antibiotic therapy to treat the infection associated with gum disease.

Gum Surgery

Dr Li may recommend gum surgery for severe cases of periodontitis.

Our Team

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Dr Jason Li BDSc Hons

Dr Jason Li (BDSc Hons) is the principal dentist and proud owner of St Anthony Dental. He completed his Bachelor of Dental Science with honours at the University of Queensland in 2024, before gaining valuable hands-on experience in Toowoomba, regional Queensland. In June 2026, Dr Li took over St Anthony Dental, bringing fresh energy and a genuine commitment to patient care to the practice.

Growing up with a father who is a GP, Dr Li always knew he wanted a career in healthcare—he just wanted to forge his own path. …

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Gingivitis

Gingivitis, the early phase of gum disease, progresses slowly and often causes little to no pain at first. Still, there are several symptoms worth watching for:

Gums that bleed during brushing
Swollen, red, or irritated gums
Chronic bad breath that doesn’t go away with brushing or mouth rinse

If we spot gingivitis, you can often manage it successfully with a thorough professional clean and a few improvements to your home care routine.

Periodontitis

Advanced gum disease is known as periodontitis. If you have periodontitis, here are some of the signs:

Receding gums
Tooth mobility
Pain or tenderness when chewing

Periodontitis can't be cured, but it can be managed. With the right care, we can help you keep the condition under control and protect your gums from further damage.

The Oral Systemic Connection

Science has linked gum disease with several other non-dental health concerns, such as:

Cardiovascular disease
Diabetes
Dementia
Respiratory concerns
High blood pressure
Stroke

Gum disease has also been linked with complications during pregnancy, like low birth weight and pregnancy diabetes.

Because bacteria from the mouth can travel through the bloodstream, gum disease may contribute to other health concerns, and those conditions can, in turn, worsen gum disease.

Contact St Anthony Dental

The best way to protect your smile, dental health, and overall well-being from gum disease is to visit your Five Dock dentist regularly for routine cleans and exams. If you notice any symptoms of gum disease, see your dentist right away. Catching it early can help you avoid more serious problems down the road.

You can request a visit to St Anthony Dental online or call our team on (02) 9055 5441 to schedule an appointment.