Archive for February, 2014

Tooth Extraction and Immediate Dental implant

In most cases, if you need to have a tooth extracted, a dental implant usually can be placed  right away, and at time, a cap (crown) or bridge can be placed on the same day (depending on how strong you jaw bone is). Teeth need to be extracted if you have advanced gum disease, trauma […]

GUM DISEASE SYMPTOMS

Who gets gum disease? People usually don’t show signs of gum disease until they are in their 30s or 40s. Men are more likely to have gum disease than women. Although teenagers rarely develop periodontitis, they can develop gingivitis, the milder form of gum disease. Most commonly, gum disease develops when plaque is allowed to […]

GUM DISEASE PREVENTION

PREVENTING PERIODONTAL DISEASE Periodontal disease, also known as gum disease, is caused when bacteria in plaque (a sticky, colorless film that forms in the mouth) builds up between the gums and teeth. When the bacteria begin to grow, the gums surrounding the tooth can become inflamed. If left untreated, this inflammation can cause the gums […]

MEN AND GUM DISEASE

GUM DISEASE AND MEN Research has found that periodontal disease is higher in men (56.4 percent) than in women (38.4 percent). This may be because men are less likely to go to the dentist or because men have worse indicators of periodontal health than women, including higher incidence of dental plaque, tartar, and bleeding on […]

WOMEN AND GUM DISEASE

GUM DISEASE AND WOMEN   A woman’s periodontal health may be impacted by a variety of factors. PUBERTY During puberty, an increased level of sex hormones, such as progesterone and possibly estrogen, causes increased blood circulation to the gums. This may cause an increase in the gum’s sensitivity and lead to a greater reaction to […]

GUM DISEASE AND OTHER PHYSICAL ILLNESSES

GUM DISEASE AND OTHER SYSTEMIC DISEASES OSTEOPOROSIS Researchers have suggested that a link between osteoporosis and bone loss in the jaw. Studies suggest that osteoporosis may lead to tooth loss because the density of the bone that supports the teeth may be decreased, which means the teeth no longer have a solid foundation. RESPIRATORY DISEASE […]

GUM DISEASE AND HEART DISEASE

GUM DISEASE AND HEART DISEASE HEART DISEASE Several studies have shown that periodontal disease is associated with heart disease. While a cause-and-effect relationship has not yet been proven, research has indicated that periodontal disease increases the risk of heart disease. Scientists believe that inflammation caused by periodontal disease may be responsible for the association. Periodontal […]

DIABETES AND GUM DISEASE

DIABETES AND PERIODONTAL DISEASE Diabetic patients are more likely to develop periodontal disease, which in turn can increase blood sugar and diabetic complications. People with diabetes are more likely to have periodontal disease than people without diabetes, probably because people with diabetes are more susceptible to contracting infections. In fact, periodontal disease is often considered […]

TYPES OF GUM DISEASE AND COMPLICATIONS

Gingivitis Gingivitis is an inflammation of the gingiva, or gums. It is characterized by tender, red, swollen gums that bleed easily and may cause bad breath (halitosis). Gingivitis can be treated by good dental hygiene, proper diet, and stopping smoking. Untreated gingivitis can lead to periodontitis. Periodontitis Periodontitis occurs when the gum tissues separate from […]

GUM TREATMENT WITHOUT SURGERY

NON-SURGICAL PERIODONTAL TREATMENT AAP treatment guidelines stress that periodontal health should be achieved in the least invasive and most cost-effective manner. This is often accomplished through non-surgical periodontal treatment. Non-surgical periodontal treatment does have its limitations. When it does not achieve periodontal health, surgery may be indicated to restore periodontal health. SCALING AND ROOT PLANING […]