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The Apollo Clinics
Z-5, Z Shopping
Center, Flower
Valley, Khopat,
Thane (W),
Maharashtra-400601. |
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91-22-25473890 / 25470011 / 25475055 |
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info@apolloclinicthane
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| Our Services /
Periodontics |
| Periodontics is the care and treatment
of the supporting structures of the teeth, the gums (gingiva) , the
jaw (alveolar bone), the root, and what is called the periodontal
ligament . The word periodontic comes from two Greek words, peri meaning
around, and odons meaning tooth. |
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| A periodontist, therefore, is a dentist
who specializes in treating diseases of the periodontium; i.e. the
entire area surrounding the tooth . |
A periodontist, aside from being a specialist
who treats diseases of the gums and tooth supporting structures,
has a widely expanded role in modern dentistry. The two areas where
periodontics has become integral in modern dentistry is in dental
cosmetics and implant dentistry. |
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| The warning signs of gum
disease |
If you notice any of the following
signs or symptoms you more than likely are experiencing gingivitis:
- Gums that bleed when you brush or floss
- Gums that are very sore or tender to brushing or flossing
- Gums that have changed in shape or texture
- Gums that release pus
- Bad breath or a bad taste in the mouth
- • Teeth that feel loose or have changed in the way that
they fit together
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| Treatment of periodontal disease |
| So, what is the treatment
for gum disease? It is essentially based on removing and controlling
the bacteria from above and below the gum. This is done at the dental
surgery by a treatment called ‘root planing’ or ‘deep
cleaning’ and is carried out under local anaesthetic. The patient
also has a key role to play by cleaning the mouth twice a day. This
involves tooth brushing, cleaning in between the teeth with interdental
brushes and floss, and using mouthwashes. The earlier gum disease
is treated the better. In advanced disease, where there is extensive
loss of the foundation bone, teeth may even be lost in spite of
having treatment. |
Your dental hygienist will take the following action:
- Recommend that you receive a deep cleaning (scaling and root
planning), a very meticulous cleaning that removes bacteria and
harmful debris. It is usually completed within a 1.5 hour appointment.
Anesthetic may be used to ensure your complete comfort.
- Recommend a prescription mouthwash to jump start the healing
of your gum tissue. This peridex mouthwash (chlorhexidine) is
antibacterial, and will assist your mouth in keeping bacteria
under control.
- Instruct you in proper homecare habits. You will need to use
a high quality electric toothbrush, as well as dental floss on
a regular basis.
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In the future, you will need to see
your dental hygienist more frequently, about every three or four
months, until the gum disease is resolved. Gingivitis requires additional
attention and maintenance procedures, which is why it is so vitally
important to be seen regularly.
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| Causes |
| Gingivitis is usually caused by the excessive build
up of food or bacteria in or around the gum tissue. They release toxins
that irritate the tissues. If gingivitis is left untreated it can
cause bone destruction around the teeth, commonly called periodontitis.
Because the bone around each tooth provides support, loss of this
structure eventually means the loss of the tooth. |
| gum line that causes gingivitis. Research shows that
these bacteria once removed, returns to its original state in 3 months.
These bacteria if allowed to flourish for any length of time can enter
the blood stream and cause significant damage to our heart and blood
vessels |
Other causes of gingivitis include:
- Pregnancy or puberty hormones
- Some medications
- Injury to the gum tissue
- Uncontrolled diabetes
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| Most of these causes in some way alter the bacterial
composition of the mouth, which causes the gums to react adversely,
usually in an inflammatory response. |
| Prevention |
| Gingivitis can be avoided with proper brushing and
flossing, as well as frequent visits to the dentist. |
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