According to the Kenya National Oral Health Survey, a staggering 98% of Kenyan adults show signs of periodontal (gum) disease. This is a “silent” epidemic because, unlike a cavity, gum disease rarely hurts until it is in its final, destructive stage.

The Progression from Gingivitis to Periodontitis: It starts with Gingivitis—bleeding gums when you brush. Many people think this is “normal” or due to “hard brushing.” In reality, it is an active infection. If left untreated, it progresses to Periodontitis. At this stage, the bacteria begin to eat away at the bone that holds your teeth in place.

The Local Context: Our local diets, often rich in soft starches like Ugali, can easily get trapped in gum pockets. Without professional scaling (cleaning), this soft plaque hardens into Calculus (dental stone). You cannot brush calculus away; it must be removed by a dental professional using ultrasonic tools.

The Twinkle Touch: We don’t just “clean teeth”; we perform a Periodontal Assessment. We measure the “pockets” around your teeth to ensure your bone levels are healthy. For our patients with diabetes—a condition that is also rising in Kenya—this is even more critical, as gum disease can make blood sugar much harder to control.