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PeriodontitisCauses and symptomsAccording to the statistics, about one third of American people are subject to periodontitis. Periodontitis in adults and juvenile periodontitis usually start with gingivitis. When gingivitis is left untreated or is treated too late, it progresses beyond the gingiva and affects the deeper tissues of the periodontia. One cause of periodontitis is improper oral hygiene. Food particles accumulation in the spaces between the gums and teeth makes a friendly environment for bacteria proliferation. Although, these accumulations may be microscopic, but the bacteria they contain produce toxins that cause inflammations of the gums. The same bacteria produce bad breath. The plaque formed by food particles accumulation calcifies and develops into dental calculus or tartar. The tartar deposits feed bacteria proliferation causing the tissue around the teeth to become inflamed. As result, the gingiva starts to pull away from the teeth. Periodontitis can involve just one tooth or more teeth. In advanced stage of periodontal gum disease, the bone and the ligaments which support the teeth are gradually eroded. This process causes the teeth to loosen from their sockets. When infection occurs, pus or abscess may appear. Another cause of this gum disorder is tobacco use. Smokers are 2-7 times more likely to develop a gum disease than non smokers. Diabetes or other disease that weaken the immune system can be a risk factor to periodontitis. Some people are more predisposed than others to gum disease due to their genes. Even though they get a good oral routine, these people are about six times more likely to develop periodontitis. Hormonal modifications during pregnancy may also be a cause of periodontitis. The most commun signs of this dental disorder are bleeding or inflamed gums and gum recession or receding gums. As the disease progress, the periodontal ligaments that support the teeth will get infected and inflamed. Periodontitis is a serious gum disease that, left untreated, can result in tooth loss. Advanced periodontal disease is the main cause of tooth loss in adults. Warning: The first symptom of periodontal gum disease is bleeding gums. The last symptom is no more teeth! In many cases, gum inflammation and bone erosion can be painless. Consequently, people do not realize the severity of their dental condition and don't do anything to fix the problem! Prevention and treatment Preserving your natural teeth should be your first concern. Do everything possible to save them. Nothing, not even the best dental implants, can truly substitute the natural teeth! Proper brushing and flossing on a regular basis are extremely important to prevent, treat and cure periodontitis.
Even so, these interventions alone, will not bring a significant oral health improvement for everyone. In severe cases, when the gums are infected, dentists prescribe an antibiotic as treatment for periodontitis. A minor surgical procedure called gingivectomy may be performed. The affected gum tissue is removed and the gum line is covered with a special paste until the gum regenerates. More advanced cases may require gum grafting or even bone grafting if bone loss is involved. |
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