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Periodontal Treatment
Treating Periodontal (Gums) Disease — What to Except
Periodontal or gum disease is a pathological inflammatory condition of the gum and bone support (periodontal tissues) surrounding the teeth.
Most adults suffer from some form of periodontal disease: based on the most recent national oral health survey, only 18% of 16–24 year olds, 8% of 35–44 year olds and 7% of older people aged 65 years and over have healthy gums.The two most common periodontal diseases are:
- Gingivitis – inflammation of the gum at the necks of the teeth, and
- Periodontitis – inflammation affecting the bone and tissues of the teeth.
Should you encounter periodontal disease, here are some of the aspects of treatment you should expect:
Behaviour Change :
One of the first things our dentist in Indiranagar/Koramangala will recommend as a part of treatment for periodontal disease is a behavior change on your part. Since dental plaque is the main cause of periodontal disease, its removal on a daily basis is essential. For many patients this involves forming new oral hygiene habits, along with cessation of smoking and other lifestyle changes. Consistent behavior change is the most important element in maintaining long term periodontal health, since daily plaque removal in large part will set the stage for sustained, successful treatment.
Evaluation :
After three or four weeks our dentist in Indiranagar/Koramangala will evaluate the response of your gingival tissues to the initial therapy. In early or mild cases the healing response may be good enough to return an individual to periodontal health. our dentist in Indiranagar/Koramangala will probably recommend a regular schedule of office checkups and cleanings to maintain this healthy state.
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Occlusal Bite Therapy
Generally, attention to the bite or bite disorders are treated during or after initial therapy once an inflammation free environment has been established. This phase of treatment addresses such issues as loose teeth, clenching or grinding habits, may include localized grinding of some tooth surfaces or even orthodontic (tooth movement) treatment.
Surgical Therapy : Surgical treatment may be needed in more severe cases of periodontal disease that do not respond adequately to non-surgical initial therapy. Periodontal surgical treatment today encompasses a variety of sophisticated plastic surgical procedures. These include techniques to repair and regenerate soft (gingival) and hard (bony) tissues and replace missing teeth with dental implants. They are usually performed by a periodontal specialist trained in these techniques. Most procedures are performed with local anesthesia (numbing of the gum/periodontal tissues), and sometimes with the use of intravenous or conscious sedation. The objective of surgery is generally to eliminate pockets, regenerate attachment and return the patient to more normal function and esthetics, while generally providing an environment more conducive to oral hygiene and maintenance care.
Calculus (Tartar) Removal : Cleaning however, isn’t all on your shoulders — our best dentist in Indiranagar/Koramangala will also see that your teeth receive a thorough cleaning in his or her office to quickly remove the deposits of calcified plaque called calculus or tartar and other bacterial toxins which become ingrained into the root surfaces. This process of mechanical cleaning is generally known as scaling and root planing using ultrasonic and hand scaling instruments. It may be carried out by a hygienist, a dentist or a periodontist, and sometimes requires local anesthesia. Scaling usually results in little or no pain, although in rare instances a patient may need mild pain medication for a day or two.
