Free parking right outside the door
Easy access from Cambridge and nearby villages
65 London Road, Stapleford CB22 5DG
Free on-site parking, right outside
Rated 5.0 on Google by our patients
Gum disease (periodontal disease) is one of the most common dental conditions, affecting the tissues that support your teeth. Left untreated, it can lead to tooth loss. The good news is that gum disease is treatable, especially when caught early.
Understanding Gum Disease
Gum disease begins as gingivitis - inflammation of the gums caused by plaque buildup. If left untreated, it progresses to periodontitis, where the infection spreads below the gum line, damaging the bone that supports your teeth.
Signs and Symptoms
Watch for warning signs including red, swollen, or tender gums, bleeding when brushing or flossing, persistent bad breath, receding gums, loose teeth, or changes in how your teeth fit together when you bite. Many people with gum disease experience no pain, so regular check-ups are essential.
Treatment Options
Treatment depends on severity. Early-stage gum disease often responds to professional cleaning and improved home care. More advanced cases may require deep cleaning (scaling and root planing) under local anaesthesia, antimicrobial treatments, or in severe cases, surgical intervention.
Maintaining Gum Health
After treatment, preventing recurrence is key. This involves excellent daily oral hygiene, regular professional cleanings (often every 3-4 months for those with gum disease history), and addressing risk factors like smoking, diabetes, and stress.
Calm and relaxed atmosphere right from the door. Friendly receptionist and a warm welcome from Geeta the dentist. Put my mind at rest straightaway about procedures and practices at the surgery. Geeta explained everything in detail after an examination of my teeth that was probably the most explorative check I've ever had in all my years. No hard sell and a genuine authentic explanation of my teeth (and related oral health). High tech equipment and no uncomfortable processes to map teeth and gums. In my views this is a totally professional service that's almost worth looking forward to.
Form is everything that a dental practice should be! I was nervous before attending but Laura and Andrea were professional and kind and put me at ease. Highly recommended!
This is hands down the best dentist I have ever visited in my life. It's like being at a 5 star resort/spa. They take a great deal of care ensuring the patient understands the rationale behind the treatment plan and procedures. Their equipment is state of the art and the team working there are simply great. I am so happy to have come across this dental practice.
Wonderful experience at Form Dental from start to finish. Welcoming receptionist in a calm, tranquil environment, followed by the most informative, caring yet professional hygienist appointment with Teresa, that I have ever experienced. So attentive to individual needs and concerns, including demonstration of correct flossing and brushing techniques. Cannot recommend highly enough.
Recently found this dentist and from walking in the welcome, the service and as you are leaving all is 10 out of 10. Gita (Dentist) is by far the best I have come across, takes time to explain all you need to know and with genuine care, and of course Andrea (assistant) also top notch. Together they are number one in the business. Highly recommend
So impressed with my friendly, knowledgeable dentist and the helpful and thorough appointment - lots of great advice. A beautiful clinic with great equipment and, best of all, they were brilliant with my 2 year old and even put tractors on the TV to make him feel welcome. Thank you so much!
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Why choose Form Dental
Independent and unhurried
We're a private, family-run practice, not a corporate chain. Every appointment is given the time and attention it deserves.
Easy to get to, easy to park
We're in Stapleford, 10 minutes south of Cambridge city centre, with our own free car park right outside the front door.
Led by a local dentist
Dr Lara Phillips grew up in the area and founded Form Dental to offer the kind of care she believes every patient deserves.