Gum disease

PERIODONTAL DISEASE

Periodontal disease is a bacterial infection that affects the gums and bone supporting the teeth.

Periodontal disease may be simple gum inflammation or serious disease that results in interdental bone loss.

Types:

1) Gingivitis:
                      Early stage of periodontal disease.
                      Reddish, swollen and bleeding gums.
                      Reversible through good oral hygiene and preventive care.

GINGIVITIS

2) Periodontitis:
                          Advanced stage of periodontal disease.
                          Irreversible destruction of tissues and bone that support the teeth.
                          Needs surgical care.

PERIODONTITIS

Symptoms of periodontal disease:

• Bad breath.
• Reddish and swollen gums.
• Bleeding gums.
• Loose teeth.
• Sensitive teeth.
• Gum recession.

REDDISH & SWOLLEN GUMS

GUM RECESSION

Prevention:

• Practice good oral hygiene.
• Brush twice daily.
• Floss once daily.
• Limit snacks between meals.
• Regular dental visit  6 months once.
• Stop the use of toothpicks, safety pins.
• Wash your mouth after every meal.

Treatment:

• Oral prophylaxis - Scaling and root planing.
• Medication - chlorhexidine mouthwash, tetracycline fibres placement.
• Surgical care and bone graft placement.
• Laser treatment.

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