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Periodontology Gum Diseases<\/h2><\/div><\/div>[vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

Periodontology is one of the branches of science in dentistry and is a specialty of dentistry that diagnoses, prevents and treats gum diseases. Literally, in Latin, peri = environment, odonto = tooth, logy = science.<\/p>\n

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Periodontology covers the hard-bone and soft-gum tissues that support the teeth and maintain their position in the maxilla (upper jaw bone) and mandible (lower jaw bone). This tissue group called periodontium consists of the alveolar bone (the part of the jawbone in which the teeth are located), the root, the periodontal ligaments that connect the teeth to the alveolar bone and the gums.<\/p>\n

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The teeth are in the alveolar bone and are supported by periodontal connective tissue (periodontal ligaments) that cover the tooth root. These living peri-dental tissues adapt to different changes in the mouth, allowing the teeth to maintain their position in a stable way.<\/p>\n

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The main function of the periodontium (gum tissues) is to act as a buffer, holding the teeth within the bone, preventing them from being damaged when they receive excessive force during chewing. The peri-dental tissues (periodontium) and teeth work in harmony to protect themselves from harmful forces and ensure proper function during chewing.<\/p>\n

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A patient’s oral health is often related to their general health and, in particular, the health of the gums provides information about the patient’s systemic general condition. Systemic diseases (diabetes, smoking, alcohol use, heart disease, etc.) can directly affect the tissues supporting the teeth. Some pathologies (diseases) can be detected in the mouth before they appear anywhere else in the body.<\/p>\n

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PERIODONTAL TREATMENTS<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Periodontal diseases are very common in society and are the result of inflammation of the periodontal (gum) tissues. Gingivitis = Gingivitis is inflammation of the gums due to a build-up of bacteria on the teeth and gums.<\/p>\n

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Gingivitis usually occurs at least once in a lifetime in all individuals. Inflammation is a defense mechanism that the human body has to fight against pathogenic (disease-causing) bacteria, but when not treated correctly, it can cause damage to tissues.<\/p>\n

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This inflammation spreads from the gums to deeper tissues and causes destruction of the periodontal ligament and alveolar bone, which is called periodontitis. Periodontitis literally means inflammation of the periodontal tissues and is more severe than gingivitis = Gingivitis.<\/p>\n

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This leads to the loss of bone support around the teeth and, in more advanced stages, even to the loss of the teeth by shaking.<\/p>\n

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PERIODONTITIS TREATMENT <\/strong><\/p>\n

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In the treatment of periodontitis, it is essential to eliminate the bacterial plaque adhering to the surface of the teeth, which accelerates the pathological process, and to establish optimal oral hygiene habits<\/p>\n

Therefore, the first step in periodontal treatment consists of patient awareness and oral hygiene education.<\/p>\n

In this first stage, it is very important to make sure that the patient is adequately practicing good oral hygiene. It is very important to remove calculus and bacterial plaque in areas that the patient cannot access with cleaning tools such as toothbrushes, dental floss and interface brushes. In some cases, infection in the tissues may persist despite professional treatment, in which case antibiotic therapy is recommended in addition to treatment.<\/p>\n

A few weeks after this initial phase, the patient’s periodontal health, hygiene and disease progression are checked. Probing is done to check the depth of the space between the gums and the alveolar bone, called the periodontal pocket (the space where bacteria capable of destroying the gums and bone).<\/p>\n

The greater this depth, the more advanced the disease is, and this depth is directly proportional to the destruction of the tissues. In the presence of periodontal pockets, it is necessary to remove the gingiva and perform a flap operation, that is, gingival surgery. With gingival surgery, the desired areas under the gums can be reached and detailed cleaning can be performed. This surgery provides a direct view and ensures that the area is completely clean.<\/p>\n

In addition to gum surgery (flap surgery), it is appropriate to perform regenerative surgery to restore the bone defects caused by periodontitis by treating bone loss. Biomaterials such as grafts (bone dust) and membranes are used in regeneration surgeries.<\/p>\n

In conclusion, the success of periodontal treatment depends on the experience of the physician and the patient’s capacity to maintain oral hygiene.<\/p>\n

Control sessions in periodontal treatments are very important for controlling and preventing the disease from progressing. Control sessions, called recall, are very important for the continuity of the results obtained with periodontal treatment and ensure that the disease does not recur.<\/p>\n

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