Gingivitis and Periodontitis

There are many diseases and medications affecting the gums and bone, but the two most common ones are gingivitis and periodontitis.  So whats the difference:

• Gingivitis: gum inflammation without bone loss.

• Periodontitis: gum inflammation with bone loss.

What you see or Feel

1. Bleeding From the Gums

2. Red Gums

3. Creamy, Yellow Substance Coming From the Space Between Tooth and Gums

4. Foul Odor

5. Receding Gums from Normal Levels and Sensitive

6. Food Collecting Between Teeth

7. Mouth Odor or Halitosis

8. Over-sized inflamed Gums covering Teeth

9. Painful Gums

What are Treatment Options

1. Dental Prophylaxis

2. Scaling Teeth

3. Scaling and Prophy followed by Medication Application Locally

4. Periodontal Surgery of the Gums

5. Periodontal Surgery of the Gums and Bone

6. Teeth Desensitization

Prevention is Key

Good oral hygiene is not difficult to accomplish and with routine dental examinations, generally every 6 months or as needed including a regular dental prophylaxis, most people do not develop periodontal disease.

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