INFECTIOUS DISEASE OF THE GUMS
Gingivitis
Gingivitis refers to the pathological condition of the gums, characterized by inflammation and bleeding.
The inflammation extends deep into the tissues and gradually removes the gum from the teeth and damages the bone that supports the teeth roots.
Healthy gums are tight, have a soft pink color and do not smell. However, because of gingivitis, the gums get swollen, red and usually bleed.
If left untreated, gingivitis can develop into periodontitis. It will slowly destroy the bone surrounding the teeth and lead to their loss. However, one may have gingivitis without knowing it because it is seldom painful. Luckily gingivitis can be treated.
Dental microbial plaque, a set of deposits that accumulate on dental surfaces, causes both caries and gingivitis. This microbial plaque contains many germs that produce acids and irritate the gums, that is to say, cause scalp.
The symptoms that usually accompany gingivitis
- The gums lose their characteristic pink color and become red, swollen with irregular shape and cause pain.
- Blood is present during brushing of the teeth or when cleaning them with dental floss.
- The gums recede from the teeth, thus suffering undergrowth. Space is created between the teeth and gums. It can even reveal the root of the teeth.
- Persistent odor
- Pus between teeth and gums
Agents that predispose to gingivitis
- Insufficient removal of dental plaque from the teeth
- Smoking
- Uncontrollable diabetes
- Heredity
- Stress and anxiety
- Systemic Diseases
- Diseases that affect the immune system (e.g. aids)
- Hormonal disorders
- Malocclusion
- Poor oral hygiene
- Drug intake
Causes of gingivitis
The dental microbial plaque is a sticky, soft, white coating. It mainly consists of bacteria found in the mouth and is affected by eating habits. The plaque forms on the teeth, prosthetic works and filings in the mouth. Brushing after each meal removes the dental microbial plate before it becomes dangerous. However, if the plaque remains on the teeth, it takes calcium ions from the saliva and hardens. Then it creates stone (tartar). The tartar or stone results in further microbial plate retention and difficulty in applying proper physical hygiene. As a result, toxins from microbial bacteria cause inflammation of the gums, that is, gingivitis.
The cause of gingivitis is the dental microbial plaque that has now transformed into stone. Factors that lead to gingivitis are poor oral hygiene, crooked teeth, stinging seals, pouches, bridges and others. In addition, incorrect prosthetic work can keep food between teeth, making it difficult to brush and remove germs from the mouth.
Moreover, nutrition plays a role in the generation and maintenance of gingivitis. A diet rich in sugar or acidic substances helps the growth of bacteria if the mouth is not well cleaned after eating. In addition, a diet low in vitamin C increases the risk for gingivitis and periodontitis.
Other causes of gingivitis include diabetes mellitus, pregnancy, leukaemia, certain medications, etc. Finally, even intense mental stimuli and stress can cause gingivitis.
Conservative Treatment
With special periodontal tools and ultrasound systems, the dentist removes stone, microbes and toxins from the root, using local anaesthesia. Therefore, the patient does not feel pain during the procedure or after going home.
Usually, 2-4 visits are required. In addition, the dentist gives oral hygiene instructions to the patient (correct brushing, interdental brushes and sometimes oral solution and/or gel).
The ideal time to evaluate the effects of conservative treatment is 3 months.
Conservative Laser Treatment
The additional use of laser in conservative treatment greatly reduces the likelihood of requiring periodontal surgery.
Therefore, when combined with conservative treatment, periodontal laser therapy is effective. It allows the patient to stay healthy and live comfortably, as the disease is under control.
Periodontal laser therapy is a safe and painless treatment. At the same time, there are no sensitivities in the teeth and it is particularly effective for patients with health problems such as diabetes, heart disease, patients with allergy to antibiotics, haemophilia, HIV.
The laser transfers energy to the periodontal pouch to remove the infected gum tissue and disinfect the micro-environment of the pocket. This kills the bacteria and inactivates the toxins on the surface of the tooth root and the gum tissue. Thus the healing process can start.
With the use of laser applications dental services incorporate the most recent technological developments in various fields in Dental Medicine.
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