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Our registered specialist periodontist

Dr. Sonum Patel is our registered specialist periodontist. Dr. Patel gained her BDS (Hons) from King’s College London Dental Institute in 2013. Following this, she worked as a Senior House Officer in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery in various hospitals in the South. Sonum has completed her three years of specialist training in Periodontology at UCL Eastman Dental Institute and has successfully completed her specialist training exit examinations at the Royal College of Surgeons.

Sonum is registered with the General Dental Council as a Specialist in Periodontics.

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Specialist periodontal treatments available at Pearl Dental Clinic

Treatment for periodontitis (gum disease)

There are many possible signs and symptoms a patient could experience during the development of periodontitis. Some of these include, bleeding, red or swollen gums, loose teeth, receding gums, and bad breath. Treatment for periodontitis is a specialised area and patients will, therefore, need to consult Dr. Sonum Patel. During the consultation, she can establish the extent of the issue and offer treatment accordingly. This may include deep cleaning and scaling for a thorough removal of plaque, or a periodontal surgery.

Treatment for gum recession

Gum recession treatment could involve some of the same techniques used for treating periodontitis, along with procedures such as gum grafting or bone regeneration. Gum recession could have a number of causes. Getting to the root of this cause can allow effective treatment. Whether the cause is bruxism, vigorous brushing, inadequate oral hygiene, or gum disease there are ways we can help.

Crown lengthening

Crown lengthening is a procedure to extend the visible size of the tooth. This treatment can also be performed to make it easier to attach a dental crown.

Gummy smile treatments

For people suffering from a gummy smile, there is laser gum reshaping treatment available which can totally change a person’s smile.

Laser treatments

Dr Sonum uses the latest soft tissue laser to provide treatments such as frenectomy and tongue tie correction in a totally painless and bloodless fashion, without the need for suturing.

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Referrals for specialist periodontal treatments welcome

Dr. Sonum Patel accepts referrals from both dentists working at Pearl Dental Clinic and dentists working in other practices for periodontal procedures. To refer a patient, please see our referral page. Patients can also book directly for a consultation with Dr. Patel by calling the practice or booking online.
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Periodontists have advanced training and expertise in diagnosing and treating gum disease and related conditions. They can offer a wider range of treatment options and perform complex procedures with greater precision.

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