Do you look after your Gums?

I have periodontal disease, which basically is abnormally deep pockets around the teeth that trap food particles too deep to clean effectively. The most expensive and painful solution is surgery, where they cut open the gums and scrape them clean, sew them back up again, and with proper care afterwords the pockets become manageable. I did one quarter of my mouth at the expense of about $1500 and I am still waiting for the alleged results to appear. Sometimes I wonder if it is just an excuse to get as much money as they can out of us. They say we can keep our teeth longer, but really - how many older people have a full set of teeth? Anyone know of any studies? I strongly suspect tooth loss is natural for whatever reason. Perhaps we can keep them longer with proper care, but to have us spend all this money for surgeries and extra deep cleanings ... Other strategies was prescription toothpaste with extra fluoride, fluoride rinses, hydro peroxide rinses, Sonicare, various picks and gouges to get under the gumline and between your teeth. -- and of course, flossing. And yes, I am to use a SOFT brush, and brush at an angle in such a way as to get underneath the gumline.

well i know that the gums are very sensitive and needs to be cared. i don't take any special care. all i do is to use soft tooth brushes. also take care that don't brush too hard to wound the gums. well vitamins are a must for everyone, for everyday. so taking them properly will solve many problems. i am no expert and can't give specific advice. well i learn from u vit. c is good for gums.