A common pathology in our patients is periodontal diseases. Therefore, it is of great importance to know the causes, treatments and solutions from our Doctors. What matters most to us is that you feel comfortable in our Dental Clinic Dávalos y Balboa.
What is a periodontal treatment?
Periodontics treatments are all those specialized in the treatment, care, diagnosis and recovery of the tissues surrounding the teeth.
In this case, periodontal diseases are divided into two: gingivitis and periodontitis.
- Gingivitis: This is the inflammation of the gum caused by bacteria. If this pathology is caught in its initial stages, it can be a reversible situation; in other cases, it can lead to what is known as periodontitis.
- Periodontitis: It is a gum disease that leads to a serious infection in the gums, progressively damaging the tissues that support the tooth and can even destroy the bone if we do not diagnose it early.
What are the causes of periodontal diseases?
The main causes of treatment are:
- Microbial plaque, being the main cause of gum inflammation.
- Dental tartar, which must be removed periodically with a professional cleaning.
- Smoking reduces the resistance of the gums to harmful bacteria.
- An unhealthy diet results in an increased risk of periodontitis.
- Stress.
- Many times genetics causes you to develop periodontal disease.
What symptoms identify the existence of periodontal disease?
As we all know, the gums are firm and pale pink. That is why, if you notice any of the following symptoms, it is advisable to visit your doctor.
- Swollen or bright red gums.
- Tenderness or bleeding gums.
- Spitting up blood when brushing or flossing your teeth.
- Bad breath.
- Pain with chewing certain foods.
- New spaces between the teeth.
What are the risks of this type of disease?
It is a pathology that can cause the loss of teeth, it can even affect other parts of the body, such as: respiratory diseases, coronary artery disease and, above all, people suffering from diabetes.
That is why it is so important to visit the dentist regularly. In our Dental Clinic Dávalos y Balboa we are happy to help you.