Parodontitis
The course of gum disease:
Plaque biofilm = cause of most inflammations in the oral cavity.
Definition: Periodontitis is a bacterial inflammation that results in largely irreversible destruction of the periodontal ligament (periodontium). Inflammation of the periodontium that affects the periodontium, the cementum and the supporting bone.
Plaque (biofilm) is a soft, dense mass of microbial colonies that adheres to the teeth and must be removed regularly by mechanical plaque removal to prevent dental caries. If gingivitis is not treated, healthy gums can gradually turn into a more serious disease, periodontitis.
Definition: Non-mineralized mass of over 700 different species of bacteria on a gel-like substance that adheres to the teeth and soft tissues in the oral cavity.
1. Gingivitis (inflammation of the gums)
Definition: Inflammation of the gums, characterized by swelling and signs of inflammation. Inflamed gums are sensitive and tend to bleed, especially when touched.
Gingivitis can be prevented by good oral hygiene (brushing, flossing and regular cleaning) and sometimes by using antibacterial mouthwashes. Please visit your dentist, he will check everything and give you more information.
Periodontitis:
Gum disease and periodontal disease.
In some cases, if gingivitis is left untreated, it can progress to a serious gum disease called periodontitis, which can lead to the loss of one or more teeth. The good news is that gingivitis is reversible in its early stages and can be prevented by practicing proper oral hygiene and eliminating risk factors. This photo below shows you what healthy gums will look like before and after treatment.
2. Early stage periodontitis:
Periodontitis is an irreversible gum disease that affects the periodontal ligament (around the tooth) and requires special treatment.
3. Periodontitis, in the advanced stage
gum treatment / periodontal treatment
Treatment steps:
1. Thorough examination of the oral cavity
2. Measuring the inflammation of all periodontal pockets
3. Removal of soft and hard dental plaque with
Professional teeth cleaning
4. Oral hygiene consultation
5. Curettage of the plaque deep under the gums
6. Additional:
a. Cleaning with the tooth – ultrasonic device
b. Laser treatment, disinfection of inflamed periodontal pockets *
7. Polishing all tooth surfaces
8. Regular follow-up checks
9. Professional teeth cleaning every 3-4 months
* It has been determined that you need gum treatment. In our practice, you can have gum treatment carried out using a laser for an additional fee. Please ask your supplementary insurance provider about whether the costs will be covered.
The advantages of laser treatment:
- laser treatment is painless and gentle
- The laser is used as a support; after the dentist has cleaned the gum pockets using ultrasound and hand instruments (curettage), additional disinfection is carried out using the very fine laser beam.
- In this way, the number of germs in the gum pockets is reduced in a gentle manner and the altered soft tissue is removed.
- almost sterile conditions
- Higher chance of successful therapy
- We will be happy to inform you about the additional costs. Just contact us.
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