Advanced Gum Treatment

WHAT IS A GUM DISEASE?

Periodontitis, also called gum disease, is a serious gum infection that damages the soft tissue around teeth. Without treatment, periodontitis can destroy the bone that supports your teeth. This can cause teeth to loosen or lead to tooth loss.
Periodontitis is common but can usually be prevented. It’s often the result of not taking care of your mouth and teeth. To help prevent periodontitis or improve your chance of successful treatment, brush at least twice a day, floss daily and get regular dental checkups.

BEFORE & AFTER PICTURE GALLERY

EXCESSIVE TARTAR BELOW GUMS TREATMENT : DEEP CLEANING OF GUMS

PYORRHEA TREATMENT : GUM SURGERY

SWOLLEN AND BLEEDING GUMS TREATMENT : LASER GUM SURGERY

SYMPTOMS

Healthy gums are firm and fit snugly around teeth. The colour of healthy gums can vary. They may range from light pink in some people to dark pink and brown in others. Symptoms of periodontitis can include:

Swollen or puffy gums.
Bright red, dark red or dark purple gums.
Gums that feel tender when touched.
Gums that bleed easily.
A toothbrush that looks pink after brushing your teeth.
Spitting out blood when brushing or flossing your teeth.
Bad breath that won't go away.
Pus between your teeth and gums.
Loose teeth or loss of teeth.
Painful chewing.
New spaces that develop between your teeth that look like black triangles.
Gums that pull away from your teeth, making your teeth look longer than usual, called receding gums.
A change in the way your teeth fit together when you bite.

CAUSES

In most cases, the development of periodontitis starts with plaque. Plaque is a sticky film mainly made up of bacteria. If not treated, here’s how plaque can advance over time to periodontitis:

Plaque forms on your teeth

when starches and sugars in food interact with bacteria commonly found in your mouth. Brushing your teeth twice a day and flossing once a day removes plaque, but plaque quickly comes back.

Plaque can harden under your gum line into tartar

if it stays on your teeth. Tartar is more difficult to remove. You can't get rid of it by brushing and flossing; you need a professional dental cleaning to remove it. Because plaque and tartar are filled with bacteria, the longer they stay on your teeth, the more damage they can do.

Plaque can cause gingivitis

the mildest form of gum disease. Gingivitis is irritation and swelling of the gum tissue around the base of your teeth. Gingiva is another word for gum tissue. Gingivitis can be reversed with professional treatment and good home oral care, but only if treated early before you have bone loss.

Ongoing gum irritation and swelling, called inflammation, can cause periodontitis

Eventually this causes deep pockets to form between your gums and teeth. These pockets fill with plaque, tartar and bacteria and become deeper over time. If not treated, these deep infections cause a loss of tissue and bone. Eventually you may lose one or more teeth. Also, ongoing inflammation can put a strain on your immune system, causing other health problems.

TREATMENT

The goal of treatment is to thoroughly clean the pockets around teeth and prevent damage to surrounding gum tissue and bone. You have the best chance for successful treatment when you also have a daily routine of good oral care, manage health conditions that may impact dental health and stop tobacco use.

NONSURGICAL TREATMENTS

If periodontitis isn’t advanced, treatment may involve less invasive procedures, including:

Scaling : Scaling removes tartar and bacteria from your tooth surfaces and below your gum line. It may be done using instruments, a laser or an ultrasonic device.
Root planing : Root planing smooths the root surfaces. This helps prevent further buildup of tartar and bacteria. It also helps your gums attach to your teeth again.
Antibiotics : Topical or oral antibiotics can help control bacterial infection. Topical antibiotics can include antibiotic mouth rinses or putting gel containing an antibiotic into gum pockets. Sometimes oral antibiotics are needed to get rid of bacteria that cause infections.

SURGICAL TREATMENTS

If you have advanced periodontitis, you may need dental surgery, such as:

Flap surgery, also called pocket reduction surgery : Your periodontist makes cuts in your gums to carefully fold back the tissue. This exposes the tooth roots for more effective scaling and root planing. Because periodontitis often causes bone loss, the underlying bone may be reshaped before the gum tissue is stitched back in place. After you heal, it's easier to clean the areas around your teeth and maintain healthy gum tissue.
Soft tissue grafts : When you lose gum tissue, your gum line gets lower, exposing some of your tooth roots. You may need to have some of the damaged tissue reinforced. This is usually done by removing a small amount of tissue from the roof of your mouth or using tissue from another donor source and attaching it to the affected site. This can help reduce further gum loss, cover exposed roots and give your teeth a better appearance.
Bone grafting : This procedure is performed when periodontitis destroys the bone around your tooth root. The graft may be made from small bits of your own bone, or the bone may be made of artificial material or donated. The bone graft helps prevent tooth loss by holding your tooth in place. It also serves as a platform for the regrowth of natural bone.
Guided tissue regeneration : This allows the regrowth of bone that was destroyed by bacteria. In one approach, your dentist places a special type of fabric between the existing bone and your tooth. The material prevents unwanted tissue from growing into the healing area, allowing bone to grow back instead.
Tissue-stimulating proteins : Another approach involves applying a special gel to a diseased tooth root. This gel contains the same proteins found in developing tooth enamel and stimulates the growth of healthy bone and tissue.

PRICE FOR GUM DISEASE TREATMENT

The progression and the location of gum disease are the main factors responsible for the difference in price for its treatment. Delaying gum problems not only affects oral health as a whole, it directly impacts overall health for instance, it’s directly related to increased risk of heart disease. At Japjee Dental Clinics, gum diseases are cured at competitive prices.

TIPS AFTER GUM SURGERY

Avoid eating or drinking for one hour.
Avoid having extreme hot or extreme cold food /drinks for seven days.
Avoid alcohlic drinks and hot or spicy food until your gums are healed.
Avoid smoking or using any tobacco products for atleast 72 hours after the procedure as tobacco slows healing.
Brush gently and regularly.
Have a mild, salt water rinse to soothe the gums, particularly after heavy meals (7 times a day)
Be sure to rinse your mouth thoroughly after eating or drinking.
Take/apply medication as prescribed by the doctor.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Can Gum Disease Be Treated On Its Own?

No, gum diseases cannot be treated on its own. Gum diseases are caused by the development of tartar on the teeth leading to gum infection. This requires dental cleaning and good oral care routine. Get professional cleaning at your nearest Japjee Dental clinic.

How Long Does It Take For Gum Disease To Be Cured?

Gum diseases are categorized into 4 stages, gingivitis, slight periodontal disease, moderate periodontal disease, and advanced periodontal disease. Curing gum diseases and gum infection depends on the stage at which treatment begins. The recovery time at stage one is 10-14 days.

Is Gum Disease Treatable?

Yes, gum diseases are treatable. The recovery and treatment duration depends on the stage at which a gum infection is identified and preventive measures are taken.

What Is The First Sign Of Gum Disease

The first sign of gum disease is red, tender and swollen gums that cause discomfort and pain. Gums can also bleed while brushing, which is commonly considered as a sign of gingivitis-stage one of gum diseases.

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