Posted: Mon Dec 31, 2007 11:49 am Post subject: Periodontal Disease Signs and Symptoms
Periodontist examines diagnoses and treats diseases and destructive processes of investing hard and soft tissues of teeth. Periodontist interprets radiographs to assist in determining extent of tissue breakdown. Evaluate findings and conduct treatment; correct the defects of occlusion; and prescribe and administer medications in treatment of diseases and infection of the oral cavity.
Gingivitis
Gingivitis is the early stage of gum disease and can be treated and reversed if diagnosed early. The signs and symptoms are red, swollen and puffy gums that bleed easily. If treatment is not received, gingivitis could lead to periodontitis.
Periodontitis
Periodontitis is the serious and advanced stage of gum disease which includes bone loss and is irreversible. The gum tissue and bone surrounding the teeth could become seriously damaged and the teeth affected could become loose and fall out.
Gum disease (also known as periodontal disease) is one of the leading causes of tooth loss among adults. Gum disease can be easily treated if it is diagnosed in the early stages. It is important to notify your dentist if you have any of these following warning signs of gum disease:
• Your gums bleed easily.
• Your gums are very red, tender and / or swollen.
• You can see pus in between your teeth and gums when they are pressed.
• Your gums seem to be pulling away from your teeth.
• You have chronic bad breath or a bad taste in your mouth.
• You notice a change in your bite or in the way your teeth fit together.
• Your teeth are loose or they are separating.
• The fit of your partial dentures has changed.
• Gum disease is caused by plaque remaining around the gum lines of the teeth.
The bacteria in plaque produce acids and other toxins that can destroy bone and gum tissue over a period of time. Brushing twice a day is not enough to remove plaque from in between the teeth, so it is very important to floss your teeth daily. If plaque is not removed, it will harden into a thick deposit called tartar. If tartar is allowed to remain on the teeth and below the gum line, it can lead to chronic infection and inflammation.
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