Periodontology
A loose tooth is not
a lost tooth.
Periodontitis is a chronic inflammation of the tooth’s supporting apparatus: the gums, the bone and the fibres that hold the tooth in the jaw. It progresses slowly and is painless for a long time, but with timely treatment natural teeth are kept for many years in a great number of cases.
Signs you should not ignore
Bleeding gums are not normal: they are one of the first signs of inflammation and a reason for an examination. Early detection greatly improves the chance of keeping the tooth.
- bleeding gums when brushing
- red, swollen or tender gums
- persistent bad breath
- receding gums and longer-looking teeth
- new gaps appearing between the teeth
- loose teeth
- sensitivity to cold or hot
How we treat it
Periodontitis is a chronic disease: it cannot be erased, but it can be successfully controlled. The examination begins with a conversation, a clinical assessment of the gums, pocket depth and tooth mobility, with a bone X-ray where needed; check-ups are most often recommended every three to six months.
Professional tartar removal
The first and most important step: removing the plaque and tartar in which bacteria persist slows the progress of the disease.
Deep cleaning of the periodontal pockets
In advanced forms, the spaces between tooth and gum are thoroughly cleaned, with medication where infection and inflammation need further reduction.
Stabilising loose teeth
Teeth that have lost part of their support gain a longer life and better function through various stabilisation methods.
Surgical periodontal procedures
In more severe cases, procedures that allow access to deeper parts of the root and bone, for better removal of the infection.
Gums bleeding? Book an examination.
The earlier treatment begins, the greater the chance your natural teeth remain yours. Examination, treatment plan and price, free.
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