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Priodontics

What is Periodontitis?

Periodontitis is an advanced stage of gum disease. It involves inflammation and infection of the ligaments and bones that support the teeth. Periodontitis is very serious and needs medical attention. Periodontitis is the primary cause of tooth loss in adults.

Periodontitis is also called periodontal disease, periodontal bone loss, and pyorrhea.

What causes Periodontitis?

Periodontitis is caused by excessive plaque buildup and untreated gingivitis.
Signs and symptoms of Periodontitis
Some of the most common signs are:

Swollen or recessed gums
An unpleasant taste in your mouth
Bad breath
Pain in one of your teeth while eating
Loose teeth
Drainage or pus around one or more teeth

How can you reduce your chance of developing Periodontitis?

You can reduce your chance of developing periodontitis by brushing your teeth daily, regular flossing and frequent professional cleaning.

Treatment Options for Periodontitis

Scaling and root planing is the most common and conservative form of treatment for periodontal (gum) disease. Scaling is the removal of calculus (commonly called tartar) and plaque that attach to the tooth surfaces. The process especially targets the area below the gum line, along the root. Plaque is more likely to stick to rough surfaces. For this reason, the root surface is smoothed down in a process called root planing. Root planing removes any remaining calculus and smoothes irregular areas of the root surface. Other procedure may involve antibiotic placement and surgery depending on the extent of the disease.