Gum Disease Treatment

Gum Disease Treatment

Gum disease, also known as periodontal disease, is an infection of the gumssurrounding your teeth. Gum disease is one of the top reasons for tooth loss inadults, and because it is virtually pain-free, many patients do not know theyhave the disease. During each regular check-up, your dentist will check for signsof periodontal disease by measuring the space between your teeth and gums.

What causes gum disease?

Gum disease is caused by a build-up of plaque (a sticky form of bacteria that forms on the teeth). If the plaque is not removed (by flossing, brushing, and regular dental check-ups), it will continue to build up and create toxins that can damage the gums. Periodontal disease forms just below the gum line and creates small pockets that separate the gums from the teeth. Periodontal disease has two stages: gingivitis and periodontitis.

Gingivitis — this is the early stage of gum disease, when the gums become red and swollen, and bleed easily caused. That causes plaque and tartar build-up on teeth

Periodontitis — infects the gum tissue more seriously, causes gum pockets and infection of the bone tissue. If left untreated, gingivitis will advance in stages called periodontitis. The gums and bone that support the teeth will become seriously and irreversibly damaged which causes loosen of total fall out of teeth.

Certain factors can increase a patient’s risk of developing periodontal disease, including:

• Smoking or using chewing tobacco
• Diabetes
• Certain types of medication such as steroids, anti-epilepsy drugs, cancer therapydrugs, calcium channel blockers, and oral contraceptives
• Bridges that no longer fit properly
• Crooked slot gacor teeth
• Old fillings
• Pregnancy

While it is possible to have periodontal disease and not know it, some symptoms can include:

• Gums that bleed easily
• Red, swollen, tender gums
• Gums that have pulled away from the teeth
• Persistent bad breath or bad taste
• Pus between your teeth and gums
• Permanent teeth that are loose or separating
• Any change in the way your teeth fit together when you bite
• Any change in the fit of partial dentures