Periodontics is responsible for preventing you from bleeding when brushing, loose teeth, and much less tooth loss from gingivitis, periodontitis, or periodontal disease.
Due to the seriousness of gum disease, there is a dental specialty called Periodontics and whoever holds this title is called Periodontist.
Periodontics focuses on the health of all the tissues around the teeth (gums, periodontal ligament, and bone)
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Periodontics in Quito, What does it solve?
The main pathology that periodontia cures is periodontal disease or periodontitis .
This disease attacks the tissues around the teeth (gums, bone and ligaments) causing bleeding, mobility and even the loss of teeth.
Periodontitis is very serious and silent, so it is important to prevent or attack it from the onset of its first signs and symptoms.
It is mainly caused by poor oral hygiene that causes the formation of calculus or dental tartar
Dental calculus causes infection that destroys the gums and the bone that supports the teeth.
Another factor that causes periodontitis is the scant or null dental check-ups (six-monthly dental check-up and prophylaxis).
In our experience, reaching the point of needing periodontal treatments occurs in people who from a very young age have suffered from fear of the dentist .
Key Periodontal Treatments
- Scaling and Root Planning
- Gum Grafts
- Bone Grafts
- Gingivectomy for Gummy Smile
- Frenectomy
- Crown lengthening surgery
Initial Warning Signs
There are many signs and symptoms that often go unnoticed or simply that we do not give the importance they deserve.
Don’t ignore any signs of gum disease. Early intervention is key to preventing costly and potentially serious health issues
Below is a list of the main problems that periodontics attacks:
- Swollen and bleeding gums: Changes in tone towards red or purple denote increased blood supply in response to infection. If your gums are red (instead of pink), swollen, or bleed when you brush or floss, it could be a sign of gingivitis.
- Persistent bad breath: Product of the large amount of bacteria that lodge in your mouth (in periodontal pockets). Even after brushing, if you have constant bad breath, it could indicate a periodontal problem.
- Pain when touching the gums: Product of the same irritation and inflammation caused by the microorganisms present, the gums become more sensitive reaching pain to the touch.
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More Severe Signs of Periodontitis
So far we describe the initial signs or symptoms of periodontal disease.
If you ignore the initial alerts, it will lead to periodontitis and its most dangerous signs or symptoms such as the following:
- Receding gums: Gum recession occurs when the gum tissue pulls back, exposing more of the tooth root. If you have receding gums and want to know if it’s related to gum disease, check if you have any of the other symptoms listed in this article.
- Pain while chewing: Periodontal disease weakens the tissues that support your teeth, such as the ligaments and bone. The forces of chewing can exacerbate this condition, causing pain.
- Sensitive or loose teeth: Sensitivity to hot or cold, or loose teeth, can indicate that the bone supporting your teeth is weakening.
- Pus between teeth and gums: The presence of pus is a clear sign of infection and a symptom of advanced gum disease. It’s your body’s immune system responding to a significant infection.
- Bone loss in the jaws: Periodontal disease causes a process called bone resorption, where the bone supporting your teeth is gradually destroyed. Moderate to severe bone loss may require bone grafts or tissue regeneration to restore the lost bone.
- Changes in bite: If you notice that your teeth no longer fit together properly when you bite, it could be a sign of gum disease.
Periodontist, When to go?
In the presence of any of these signs or symptoms, it is necessary to go to your trusted dental clinic in quito: Asiri Dental Center.
Here we will evaluate your case and if necessary you will have your ideal periodontist available.
In addition, it is advisable to see a periodontist if:
- You have diabetes.
- You smoke.
- You are pregnant.
- You have a family history of periodontal disease.
Why is it important to see a periodontist on time?
Periodontal disease, if left untreated, can lead to tooth loss. It has also been linked to other systemic diseases such as diabetes, heart disease, and stroke.
A periodontist can diagnose and treat gum diseases and prevent long-term complications.
Conclusions
In our experience, fear of the dentist is one of the main causes of our cases in periodontics.
Many times this fear is instilled in us from our childhood, and therefore it is very respectable and as such acceptable.
With current technology and the professional mystique that we have at the Asiri Dental Center in Quito, you will live an experience full of peace and security.
We invite you to visit us with determination, tell us about your problems and we will gladly adjust to your condition.
Only then can you enjoy the oral health that we want you to recover and maintain.
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