Perio With Dhroov

12/05/2026

04/05/2026

Sorry for the clickbait title lol 😅

But genuinely: your gums aren’t just about how well you brush.

Gum disease isn’t simply “dirty teeth” or laziness… it’s your immune system reacting to bacteria. And in some people, that reaction is a LOT stronger.... which is what leads to the damage.

That’s why two people can do the same brushing, have the same treatment… and end up with completely different outcomes.

Things like smoking/vaping, diabetes, stress, hormones, medications and even genetics all change how your body responds.

So if your gums are struggling - it doesn’t mean you’ve failed.

It just means your immune system might need a bit more support, and your care needs to be tailored to you.

That’s where we come in 🤝😁

Early intervention + the right plan = control, not chaos.

If you’re unsure about your gums, don’t ignore it. Get it checked early before it becomes a bigger problem!

30/01/2026

Bleeding gums is NOT a good sign, and you MUST do something about them.

Gingivitis is one of the SIMPLEST diseases that we can prevent.

"How?"

Write in the comments below if you know the answer 🤩🙌

09/01/2026

"GUM DISEASE TREATMENT DOESN'T WORK."

These are unfortunately one of the things I heard this week from a referred patient, who has had gum disease treatment in the past.

Gum disease is a really complicated condition, but we can help to manage this with you by removing the bacteria that are causing these problems 🤝.

It turns out, the patient was not completing a thorough brushing routine at all. They had been taught by their hygienist, who I know does a fabulous job, but CONSISTENCY is the KEY 🏆.

Alongside poor brushing habits, other habits such as smoking, a poor diet (with high refined carbohydrates), and intense uncontrolled stress can have significant impacts on your whole body health.

The mouth is a part of the body - don't forget it! 🏆💯
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