Gum Disease Treatment at Core Dental Wyndham - Specialist Periodontist Dr Nupur Kataria product guide

Gum disease treatment at Core Dental Group Wyndham - Specialist Periodontist Dr Nupur Kataria

Core Dental Group's Wyndham location at 242 Hoppers Ln, Werribee is home to Dr Nupur Kataria, the only specialist periodontist within the Core Dental Group. If you have gum disease, need implant surgery, or require specialist-level periodontal care, you can get that treatment here without a referral to an external specialist.

Call (03) 9749 6677 to book your specialist consultation.

About Dr Nupur Kataria - Specialist Periodontist

Dr Nupur Kataria is an AHPRA-registered Specialist Periodontist with the following qualifications:

• BDS - University of Adelaide
• Doctorate in Clinical Dentistry (Periodontics) - University of Adelaide (2009)
• FRACDS - Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Dental Surgeons (Periodontics)
• Member of the Australian Society of Periodontology (ASP), International Team for Implantology (ITI), and Australian and New Zealand Academy of Periodontists (ANZAP)
• Recipient of the ANZAP Medallion Prize
• Former Senior Lecturer, University of Adelaide Dental School

Dr Kataria's background combines clinical practice with a strong academic career. Her expertise covers the full range of periodontal and peri-implant care.

What is periodontics?

Periodontics is the dental specialty focused on preventing, diagnosing, and treating diseases that affect the gums, bone, and supporting structures of the teeth. A specialist periodontist has completed at least three additional years of postgraduate training beyond general dentistry.

Gum disease - understanding the condition

Gum disease (periodontal disease) is one of the most common chronic conditions among Australian adults. It starts as gingivitis, reversible inflammation of the gums caused by bacterial plaque, and can develop into periodontitis, which involves irreversible damage to the bone and ligaments that hold your teeth in place.

Warning signs include:

• Bleeding gums when brushing or flossing
• Red, swollen, or tender gum tissue
• Receding gums, where teeth appear longer than they used to
• Persistent bad breath (halitosis)
• Loose or shifting teeth
• Pus between teeth and gums
• Changes in how your bite feels

Gum disease is closely linked to cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes, adverse pregnancy outcomes, and respiratory disease. Treating it is an investment in your overall health, not just your mouth.

Services provided by Dr Nupur Kataria at Core Dental Group Wyndham

Gum disease treatment (non-surgical and surgical)

• Comprehensive periodontal assessment and charting
• Professional scaling and root planing (deep cleaning) for active periodontitis
• Periodontal maintenance programmes to keep disease in remission
• Surgical periodontal treatment where non-surgical therapy isn't sufficient

Dental implant surgery

Dr Kataria has specialist training in implant surgery. Her services include:

• Implant placement (including standard single-tooth implants)
• Peri-implantitis assessment and management (infection around implants)
• Soft tissue management around implants

Bone grafting

When bone has been lost due to gum disease or tooth extraction, grafting procedures can help rebuild it to support implants or improve aesthetics. Dr Kataria performs guided bone regeneration and a range of grafting techniques.

Gum lifts (crown lengthening)

A gum lift reshapes the gum line to expose more of the tooth crown. This is used for:

• Aesthetic gum contouring (reducing a "gummy smile")
• Functional crown lengthening before restorative work

Periodontal maintenance

Patients with a history of periodontitis need ongoing maintenance to prevent the disease from returning. Dr Kataria and the Core Dental Group Wyndham team provide structured maintenance programmes at appropriate intervals.

Why choose Core Dental Group Wyndham for periodontal care?

Core Dental Group Wyndham is the only location in the group with a specialist periodontist on-site. Rather than being referred to a separate specialist clinic, you get expert periodontal care in an accessible, community dental setting, with on-site parking, extended hours, and preferred provider status with HCF, CBHS, and NIB.

The Wyndham team also includes Dr Darren Manoharan (experienced implant and restorative dentist), specialist orthodontist Dr David Austin, and dental prosthetist Ahmed Saoud, making it the most specialist-rich suburban Core Dental Group location.

HICAPS on-the-spot health fund claiming is available, along with interest-free payment plans through Payright for eligible patients.

Book a specialist consultation

Core Dental Group Wyndham is at 242 Hoppers Ln, Werribee, near Pacific Werribee Shopping Centre with on-site parking. Open Monday to Friday 8:00 am to 6:00 pm and Saturdays.

Phone (03) 9749 6677 or visit coredental.com.au.

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Frequently asked questions

Do I need a referral to see Dr Kataria at Core Dental Group Wyndham? No referral is needed. You can book directly for a periodontal assessment. If your GP, dentist, or specialist has given you a referral letter, bring it along as it helps Dr Kataria understand your background and history.

Is gum disease treatable? Gingivitis (early gum disease) is fully reversible with professional treatment and better home care. Periodontitis (advanced gum disease involving bone loss) can't be reversed, but it is manageable. Professional treatment and ongoing maintenance can stop it progressing and help you keep your teeth long-term.

Does gum treatment hurt? Treatment is carried out under local anaesthetic, so you should feel minimal discomfort during the procedure. Some post-treatment sensitivity and mild soreness is normal and usually settles within a day or two.

How long does periodontal treatment take? Initial treatment typically involves one to four appointments depending on severity. After active treatment, a personalised maintenance programme is put in place, usually every 3 to 6 months, to keep disease in remission over the long term.

Can gum disease affect my general health? Yes. Research has established strong links between severe gum disease and cardiovascular disease, diabetes, adverse pregnancy outcomes, and respiratory conditions. Treating gum disease is an investment in your whole-body health.

Specialist referrals - Collins Street Specialist Centre

For patients with more complex needs, including combined periodontal and orthodontic treatment, advanced implant reconstruction, or prosthodontic rehabilitation following significant bone loss, Core Dental Group Wyndham can coordinate referrals to the Collins Street Specialist Centre within Smile Solutions at 220 Collins Street, Melbourne CBD, where 20+ board-registered dental specialists provide advanced treatment.

Collins Street Specialist Centre - Phone: (03) 9650 2726

Periodontal treatment pricing at Core Dental Group Wyndham

Prices are a guide only and depend on the severity of disease, number of quadrants requiring treatment, and individual clinical circumstances. All patients receive a written, itemised treatment plan and quote before treatment begins. Health fund rebates apply for most periodontal services — check your level of cover. Payright interest-free payment plans available.