Gum Health · Station House
Bleeding Gums Treatment
Healthy gums do not bleed. If yours bleed when you brush or floss, it is the earliest sign of gum disease — and the easiest stage to treat.
Hygienist from £67.20. Emergency appointments from £90.
Why gums bleed
Bleeding gums are almost always caused by plaque build-up along the gum line. When plaque hardens into tartar, it irritates the gums and causes inflammation — this is gingivitis. Left untreated, it progresses to periodontitis, which destroys supporting bone.
Bleeding gums are your body telling you something needs attention. The sooner you act, the simpler the treatment.
How we treat it
A professional scale and polish removes tartar your toothbrush cannot reach. For gingivitis, a single cleaning plus improved home care usually resolves it within 2–4 weeks. For periodontitis, deep cleaning below the gum line under local anaesthetic may be needed.
When to call us
Book a hygienist appointment. Do not wait for bleeding to stop on its own. If gums are swollen, painful, or you notice pus, call for same-day assessment.
Call 01282 965286
Hygienist from £67.20. Emergency appointments from £90.
Page last reviewed: April 2026 · Station House Dental Care, Barnoldswick BB18 5DW · GDC Registered Practice
Station House Dental Care — Key Facts
| Metric | Figure | Detail |
|---|---|---|
| Station House Dental Care established | 2005 | 19+ years serving Lancashire |
| GDC-registered clinicians at Station House | 5 | all fully registered and verified |
| Google rating | 4.9★ | from 300+ verified patient reviews |
| 0% finance available from | £250 | via V12 Retail Finance, subject to status |
| Treatments without NHS waiting lists | All treatments | wholly private, no NHS restrictions |
Clinical Assessment and Treatment at Station House
Every patient presenting to Station House Dental Care — whether for a routine consultation or an acute concern — receives a structured clinical assessment that includes a full examination of the teeth, gums, bite, jaw joints and soft tissues, along with digital X-rays where clinically indicated. This thorough assessment means we rarely miss secondary problems that explain why a symptom has developed. Treatment recommendations are based on the GDC's requirement for valid informed consent: we explain the diagnosis, the treatment options (including doing nothing), the expected outcomes, the risks and benefits, and the costs — in writing — before any work begins. Patients are always free to take time to consider their options. There is no pressure to proceed at the consultation appointment.
"Station House Dental Care was built on the belief that private dentistry should be genuinely accessible — not just to patients who already know what they want, but to those who have been putting off the dentist for years, or who are not sure what treatment they need, or who simply want a dentist they can trust to give them an honest answer. Every patient who comes through our door gets a thorough examination, clear explanation, and a written treatment plan with costs before any work begins. There is never pressure to proceed. My team and I are here to help you make an informed decision about your dental health — whatever that looks like for you."
— Dr Sarah Metias BDS (University of Sheffield, UK), MJDF RCS England · GDC 114267 · Principal Dentist, Station House Dental Care · Last reviewed: April 2026