Periodontal disease
Periodontitis is an inflammatory disease of the periodontium with degradation of the tooth-supporting apparatus. Periodontal disease is not a disease of the teeth. They are often even healthy. Nevertheless, they are at risk, as this can lead to loosening or even loss of the teeth. Statistical studies have shown that more teeth are lost due to diseases of the periodontium than due to tooth decay.
How does periodontal disease develop?
This inflammatory disease of the gums and periodontium is caused by dental plaque and the bacteria living in it. Toxins from the metabolism of the bacteria migrate into the gums and trigger inflammation there. Over time, this causes the tooth-supporting tissue to loosen. A gum pocket develops. The plaque can now spread unhindered below the gum line, as it can no longer be reached by the toothbrush. Changes in the composition of the bacteria now intensify the inflammation. The teeth lose their support as the plaque spreads to the jawbone.
How do you recognize periodontal disease?
Healthy gums have a pale pink color, completely fill the spaces between the teeth and do not bleed when touched. Diseased gums are red, bleed easily and are often slightly swollen at the neck of the tooth. This preliminary stage of periodontitis is known as gingivitis. As the inflammation progresses, the gums between the teeth recede. It is reddened and sometimes significantly swollen. Due to the loss of bone substance, the teeth are already loose in periodontitis.
Prevention through precise cleaning
In addition to brushing briefly after every meal, a thorough and complete daily cleaning of the teeth and especially the spaces between the teeth is essential to prevent the formation of bacterial plaque. Because a clean tooth does not become diseased. More intensive care is required for diseased gums.
- Toothbrush and toothpaste form the basis for cleaning the chewing and lateral surfaces of the teeth.
- Dental floss allows careful but thorough removal of the bacterial plaque responsible for periodontal disease.
- Interdental brushes are particularly suitable for larger distances between the teeth and prosthetic restorations.
- With Tufted brushes can be used to clean narrow spaces, bridges, dentures or individual tooth surfaces gently and thoroughly.
- Also Toothpick remove food residues and plaque build-up.
Medical Mouth rinses reduce the activity of the „eaten“ plaque between the teeth.
What can the dentist do against periodontal disease?
Only through a consistent analysis and a treatment and care program tailored to you can your specialist dentist „periodontist” reduce the inflammation and stop the breakdown of the supporting tissue. The bacterial plaque on the tooth and root surfaces and in the gum pockets must be completely removed. Depending on the severity of the inflammation, your specialist dentist „periodontist” will decide on a multi-stage treatment program. However, your cooperation, patience and careful removal of plaque from the teeth and interdental spaces are of great importance for long-term success.
How can we help you?
The special tooth cleaning technique in 50% helps to stop periodontal disease. During a personal consultation, we will show you this technique and, if necessary, carry out treatments such as curettage, oral hygiene and medication therapy. The aim is to stabilize the teeth.
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