Gum Treatment
Of the people over twenty-five who seek dentist help, the majority do so because of problems with their gums. Along with the bony part, the gums help with support, framing the teeth and smile
Periodontal diseases originate mainly from poor hygiene, that is, incorrect brushing, lack of flossing dental and carelessness with eating habits. Factors like these in combination can give rise to periodontitis – inflammation of the gums.
This disease has different levels of development and severity, ranging from the initial stage – when the gums are red atypical, swelling and bleeding – at an advanced stage – when there is significant loss of the tissue that makes up the gums and even loss bone.
Advanced periodontitis is very serious and practically irreversible. The tooth becomes completely unsupported, falls out and the implant It will hardly be able to fix itself on the bone part, as it is damaged.
The solution is to re-educate the patient regarding oral hygiene habits plus medication prescribed by the dentist. A Incorrect brushing can also cause gum retraction, leaving part of the root exposed, damaging the aesthetics and fixation of the teeth. teeth.
The brush must be adequately soft, in accordance with the dentist's instructions and brushing must be done with gentle movements, which do not damage the gums. Aesthetic corrections are also possible, the effects of retraction and even short teeth with predominant gums can be minimized through a simple intervention using local anesthesia.
If plaque and calculus are not removed, they can begin to destroy the periodontal fibers and alveolar bone that support the tooth.
Periodontitis is a more advanced stage in which there is loss of bone and other structures that support the tooth, producing bleeding, suppuration, sensitivity, gum retraction, mobility and, finally, tooth loss. Periodontics – treatment of gums – is essential for health, aesthetics, as well as preventing bad breath.
As of 2011, this treatment has also been carried out by Dr. Elizabeth Manguino.
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