Be sure to read this article before you lose your teeth! A healthy mouth is possible not only with white and smooth teeth, but also with healthy gums. Unfortunately, many people realise gum diseases too late.
Serving in Izmir Menderes and Gaziemir regions Dent Egemen Oral and Dental Health Polyclinic as, in this article causes, symptoms and treatment methods of gum diseases in detail.
What are Gum Diseases?
Gum disease is a serious oral health problem that starts with inflammation of the soft tissues surrounding the teeth and can progress to tooth loss if left untreated. It is usually because of its painless course It is not recognised at an early stage and this reduces the chance of treatment.
Most Common Gum Diseases
- Gingivitis (Gum Inflammation): It is the most common form. It manifests itself with redness, swelling and bleeding gums.
- Periodontitis: Untreated gingivitis damages the supporting tissues under the gums and the jawbone over time.
- Advanced Periodontal Disease: It can have serious consequences such as loose teeth, gum recession and even tooth loss.
Causes of Gum Diseases
- Inadequate oral hygiene
- Cigarettes and tobacco products
- Genetic predisposition
- Tartar accumulation
- Stress
- Systemic diseases such as diabetes
- Hormonal changes such as pregnancy
Symptoms of Gum Diseases
- Bleeding when brushing teeth or eating hard foods
- Persistent bad breath
- Gum recession
- Spacing or wobbling of the teeth
- Pain, tenderness and redness of the gums
Treatment Methods of Gum Diseases
Treatment methods that can be applied according to the degree of the disease are as follows:
- Professional cleaning: Inflammation is prevented by scaling and plaque removal procedures.
- Curettage It is the removal of infected tissues in the gingival pockets by scraping.
- Laser treatment: It is a modern method that provides bleeding-free and faster recovery.
- Advanced surgical interventions: It is applied by a periodontologist. If necessary, supportive procedures such as bone grafting can be performed.
What to Do to Prevent Gum Diseases?
- Brush your teeth at least 2 times a day.
- Use dental floss and mouthwash.
- Visit your dentist regularly every 6 months.
- Eat a balanced diet and limit sugar consumption.
- Stop smoking, reduce alcohol consumption.
Why Dent Egemen?
Dent Egemen Oral and Dental Health Polyclinic we are at your service with our state-of-the-art devices and expert staff to protect your gum health and diagnose existing problems early.
In our fully equipped centre in Menderes and Gaziemir; We meticulously manage the diagnosis, treatment and follow-up processes and offer you permanent solutions for a healthy smile.
