Periodontal disease, periodontitis or pyorrhea is the main cause of tooth loss in adults. Here we talk about its causes and treatments.
0) Introduction 00:00.
We talk about periodontal disease in this new Dentalk chapter from Clínica Médico Dental Pardiñas (j.mp/cPardinas).
1) What is periodontitis? 00:17.
Periodontitis is a chronic oral disease characterized by progressive destruction of the tissues surrounding the roots of the teeth. It occurs primarily as a result of the buildup of bacterial plaque and tartar, which leads to chronic inflammation. These are its causes:
1a) Poor oral hygiene 01:15.
If we do not properly remove plaque by brushing and flossing, it hardens and turns into tartar, which can also get under the gum.
1b) Tobacco 01:55.
Tobacco compromises the immune response, interferes with blood circulation, increases the accumulation of bacterial plaque, reduces the antimicrobial properties of saliva and masks symptoms, making early detection difficult 👉 bit.ly/tabacoDT.
1c) Genetic predisposition 03:27.
If you have a family history of the disease, you are more likely to be at risk. On the one hand, genes can influence the body's inflammatory response to the presence of bacteria. On the other hand, some people may have lower bone density or lower gum tissue resistance.
1d) Stress influences pyorrhea 04:41.
Stress impairs the immune response, can change our oral hygiene habits, and can increase sensitivity to this disease.
1e) Bruxism 06:14.
Bruxism can trigger excessive tooth wear and put additional pressure on periodontal tissues 👉 bit.ly/bruxismoDT.
1f) Gestational gingivits 06:37.
During pregnancy, the body undergoes a series of hormonal changes that can increase the risk of developing or worsening periodontitis.
1h) Diseases that can influence pyorrhea 06:50.
Diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis, and kidney disease can affect the development of periodontitis.
1i) Medications 07:49.
Some medications can increase the risk of developing periodontitis. Here we include anticonvulsants and antihypertensives, immunosuppressants, those that reduce saliva production and those that affect bone metabolism.
2) Symptoms of periodontal disease 09:37.
Among the most common are swollen gums, bleeding during brushing, gum recession, persistent halitosis, dental sensitivity, tooth mobility and/or the appearance of abscesses.
3) How to prevent periodontitis 10:27.
Pyorrhea can be prevented with good oral hygiene that includes brushing, flossing, and rinsing. It also helps to eat a balanced diet and avoid smoking and alcohol. It is also advisable to visit the dentist regularly.
4) Periodonitis can affect other parts of the body 11:20.
Pyorrhea is a risk factor in cardiovascular, respiratory and degenerative diseases such as dementia and Alzheimer's.
5) Other frequently asked questions 12:44.
Periodontal disease is not contagious, it cannot be completely cured, but it can stop its progression and it can affect all ages, although it is more common in adults.
6) How to treat periodontal disease 14:16
It depends on the progress and severity of the disease, although it usually consists of three phases:
6a) Hygienic phase 14:46.
A professional dental cleaning or tartarectomy is performed to remove thick tartar and the patient is instructed in correct hygiene techniques.
6b) De-inflammatory phase 15:04.
It consists of removing tartar and subgingival plaque, as well as part of the infected gum tissue. For this, various instruments such as curettes and ultrasounds are used to scrape and smooth the roots.
6c) Surgical phase 15:39.
The objective of surgery is to eliminate periodontal pockets, which are spaces that form between the surface of the gum and the bone that surrounds the teeth, and to correctly smooth the bone that surrounds the roots 👉 bit.ly /tartarDT.
7) Can we help you?
If you live in A Coruña, at Pardiñas Medical Dental Clinic we are specialists in the matter. If you are not from here, you can request an online consultation 👉 bit.ly/citaonlineCP.
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