Posts by Ole Behrens

Imagine an iceberg. The gleaming tip above the water is what you see, but the vast, hidden mass below the surface holds the real story. Periodontal (gum) disease is a lot like that. What’s visible—bleeding or receding gums—is just a hint of what’s happening underneath, around the roots of your teeth. For decades, dentists have…

Imagine this: you’re trying to explain a subtle, persistent ache in your gums to your periodontist. You know something isn’t right, but finding the precise words in a second language feels impossible. Are they ‘throbbing’? ‘Tender’? ‘Inflamed’? In a city as wonderfully diverse as London, this moment of uncertainty is a reality for many. When…

You’ve just completed your periodontal treatment. After weeks or months of dedicated care, your gums feel healthier, the bleeding has stopped, and you can finally breathe a sigh of relief. The battle is won, right? You can now go back to your regular six-month cleanings and put it all behind you. This is a common…

Living in London, you learn to manage complexities. You navigate the tube during rush hour, keep an eye on the weather, and for many, you diligently manage a long-term health condition like diabetes or heart disease. It’s part of your routine. But what if one of the most critical aspects of managing your overall health…

It often starts subtly. A dull ache in your gums you dismiss as temporary, or a bit of pink on your toothbrush you’ve learned to ignore. But what happens when that ache sharpens into a throbbing pain that keeps you up at night, or your gums suddenly become swollen and tender to the touch? In…

Have you ever noticed a little pink in the sink after brushing and thought, “It’s probably nothing”? It’s a common thought, but that small sign can be the first whisper of a much larger conversation your body is trying to have with you about your gum health. For many Londoners, the next step is a…

It often starts with something small. A hint of pink on your toothbrush, a slight tenderness when you floss. In a city like London, where life moves at a relentless pace, it’s easy to dismiss these minor signs and promise yourself you’ll look into it later. But when it comes to gum health, “later” can…

You’ve noticed a little pink in the sink when you brush. Maybe your gums feel a bit tender, or your general dentist mentioned you might need a periodontist. Now, you’re scrolling through search results for a “periodontist near me” in London, and the sheer number of options feels overwhelming. How do you move past the…

You brush twice a day. You floss (mostly). You even make it to your regular hygiene appointments. Yet, despite your best efforts, you notice your gums are tender, swollen, or bleed easily. It’s a frustrating and common scenario, one that often leads to a single, baffling question: “Why me?” For decades, the answer has focused…