Periodontics (Gum Treatment)
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what is gum disease?
Gum disease occurs when the tissue that surrounds and supports your teeth becomes infected. The symptoms of gum disease include inflammation, redness, bleeding, bad breath and sponginess of the gums. Brushing your teeth and gums twice daily can help prevent gum disease.
what causes gum disease?
Gum disease is caused by plaque, which is a sticky layer of germs that builds up on teeth. Plaque irritates the gums, causing them to bleed easily. If the plaque is not brushed off, it can become hard and further irritate the gums. Hardened plaque is called calculus or tartar. It can only be removed by a dental health professional.
gingivitis vs Periodontitis
Gingivitis is a mild form of gum disease. It occurs when the gums become red and swollen. The gums may also bleed easily when they are brushed. Bad breath is another sign of gum disease.
If gingivitis is not treated, it may cause a more severe form of gum disease called periodontitis. Periodontitis may cause the area of the gum closest to the tooth to become weak. Spaces may form between the tooth and the gum, and these may trap germs, leading to even more swelling. Over time, the bone supporting the teeth can be lost, causing the teeth to become loose and possibly fall out.
If gingivitis is not treated, it may cause a more severe form of gum disease called periodontitis. Periodontitis may cause the area of the gum closest to the tooth to become weak. Spaces may form between the tooth and the gum, and these may trap germs, leading to even more swelling. Over time, the bone supporting the teeth can be lost, causing the teeth to become loose and possibly fall out.
treatments
Dentist at SMILEE Detnal will examine your teeth and may need to take panoramic x-rays, to assess your bone loss around roots. SMILEE dental dentist will record before gum treatment, usually by probing all teeth. After record existing condition, Denist will clean all the plaque and tartar from your teeth including roots and advise and educate how to maintain oral hygiene. You may also need the deep clean on your roots to get rid of plaque and tartar under the gum often involves local anaesthetics depends on gum disease. You can help by cleaning your teeth well, not smoking and visiting your dentist regularly.
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