Children start losing teeth when they’reseven and have most adult teeth in place when they’re 13. Once an adult or permanent teeth arrive, they’re the final set of teeth you’ll grow. Since teeth are essential for yourhealth and speech and affect your appearance, you must care for them.
Periodontists treatperiodontal disease. These dental specialists diagnose gum disease and can help you prevent periodontitis, also known as gum disease.
Periodontists evaluate patients and provide treatments. As dental specialists, those providing periodontics treatment have expert knowledge about gums. Your family dentist may refer you to a periodontist to ensure you receive an accurate diagnosis and effective treatment for gum disease.
Treatment Methods
Periodontists use established treatments to prevent or contain gum disease. They also check patients for signs of oral cancer.
Periodontists provide the following services:
Bite adjustment: Your tooth’s shape can change over time because of injuries, grinding your teeth, or other issues. Adjusting the tops of your teeth can prevent further damage
Bone and tissue regeneration: This treatment protects your bones from tissues that heal quickly to prevent those tissues from interfering with the bone’s healing
Cosmetic periodontal surgery: Periodontists use surgery to cover exposed roots and improve gum shape
Crown lengthening: If too much of your tooth is under the gums, periodontists increase the amount of the tooth that’s exposed by removing gum tissue and bone
Deep teeth cleaning (scaling and root planing): Bacteria and substances such as plaque can cause gum disease
Dental implants: Periodontists implant anchors to replace the roots of missing teeth and hold crowns for the missing teeth
Extractions: Periodontists remove damaged teeth that can’t be salvaged
Gum grafting: Gum grafting compensates for thin gums and covers parts of your teeth that shouldn’t be exposed
Oral cancer exam: Periodontists check for lumps, spots, sores, and other signs of oral cancer
Periodontal maintenance: Periodontal maintenance involves scaling and root planing
Pocket reduction surgery: This oral surgery helps reduce plaque build-up
Teeth cleaning: Periodontists go beyond standard teeth cleaning procedures and scale each tooth, removing plaque from every part of the exposed tooth
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Periodontists are dental specialists who focus on treating the gums. Common treatments correct issues affecting the gums, such as tartar and plaque build-up. Periodontists also address receding gums and gum loss and check for oral cancer. Your periodontist can also prevent or address tooth decay and, if necessary, extract and replace damaged teeth.
Several signs could indicate gum disease, including bad breath, bleeding or swollen gums, and sensitive teeth. If you notice signs of periodontitis, you should see a periodontist immediately. Early treatment can eliminate gum disease, preventing tooth loss and other issues.
Good oral hygiene routines are the most effective way to prevent periodontitis. Some things you can do include the following:
Brush twice daily
Floss daily
Stop smoking
Use toothpaste with fluoride
What Are The Risk Factors For Gum Disease?
Several things increase your risk of developing gum disease. Both preventable and unpreventable factors can cause you to develop periodontitis.
Common risk factors include the following:
Crooked teeth: It’s difficult to effectively clean crooked teeth, making it more difficult for people with crooked teeth to maintain good oral hygiene
Genetics: You can inherit physical issues that increase your risk of gum disease
Stress: Stress affects your immune system and your body’s production of bacteria, which can lead to a higher volume of harmful bacteria in your mouth
Health issues: Diabetes, AIDS, and auto-immune diseases can increase your risk of periodontitis
Hormonal changes: Higher levels of estrogen and progesterone can cause gum sensitivity and other issues
Dental appliances: Old fillings and bridges may no longer function as intended, contributing to oral health issues that lead to periodontitis
Smoking: Smoking prevents your immune system from operating effectively, making it more difficult for your body to fight off the infections causing gum disease
Periodontist in Carson City, Nevada
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