Dr. Dt. Laçin


Effects of Bacterial Plaque



Gum Diseases



Different bacterial partnerships that stick to the surface of the teeth are the primary cause of gingival disorders. "Bacterial plaque" refers to these bacterial relationships.


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What is Gum Diseases? - Summary



Due to poor oral hygiene, bacteria that have built up on the surfaces of the teeth are fed by nutrients, which increases their retention.


Bacterial plaque can be easily eliminated from the surfaces of the teeth by spreading them with adequate brushing and interdental care.


Harder calculus forms if it is not cleaned on time. When it comes to the development and advancement of gingival disorders, dental calculus is a highly serious factor. Because tartar, on the one hand, causes gingival disease and, on the other hand, because of its rough surface, provides ideal circumstances for increased nutrient and bacterial retention.




What are the signs and symptoms of gum diseases?



  • Bleeding when brushing or on its own,
  • Sensitivity and sometimes pain
  • Redness, edema
  • Itchiness, an unpleasant odor, gum recession
  • Wobly teeth
  • Root surface exposure


Could Gum Diseases Notice Early?



In general, Gingival disease symptoms are simple to ignore. If certain symptoms are not treated promptly with straightforward measures, they can have catastrophic repercussions.



Gingivitis



Gingivitis is a mild and early form of gum disease . The cause is the buildup of tartar and bacterial plaque on the teeth and gums. These lead to infection.


The gums swell up, get red, and bleed easily when this condition is present. It might be referred to as the most basic type of gingival disease. Alveolar bone around the gingiva and elsewhere has not yet been lost.


After scaling, it can be quickly fixed by improving oral hygiene to an acceptable degree.



Periodontitis



Periodontitis can develop from untreated gingivitis by increasing its symptoms.


It is a chronic, inflammatory gingival disease that typically strikes adults. Due to the lack of evident symptoms other than those associated with general gingival disease, it takes the patient a while to discover it.


The inflammatory disorder affects more than just the gingiva and is distinguished by the gradual deterioration of other tooth-supporting tissues (alveolar bone, periodontal ligament).


There are two elements to the therapy of periodontitis;


1. Non-Surgical Treatments- Tooth surface cleaning (Scaling) and root surface straightening (Root Planing) (curettage)

2. Surgical Treatments - Flap Surgery, soft tissue grafts, bone grafting, guided tissue regeneration, tissue stimulating proteins.


Depending on the severity of the sickness and the stage of recovery, several treatment plans are used. With a variety of specialized periodontal devices, the initial stage involves cleaning the tooth surface (scaling) and straightening the root surface (root planing - curettage).


Contrarily, a flap operation is a technique that is not necessary for every periodontitis patient and is carried out in situations of severe deterioration by opening the gingiva while under local anesthesia and cleaning all the toxic and inflammatory elements inside. In some situations, substances like bone graft, graft cover (membrane), and enamel matrix protein can help support the development of new bones.




Gum Recession



When the gingiva moves away from the root tip and exposes the root surface, the condition is called gingival recession.


Gingival recession is a condition that can be brought on by gingival disease, incorrect tooth alignment, as well as other stresses like hard or ineffective brushing.


The main course of action for gingival recession is to address the underlying issue. Operations are carried out in the second stage to stop or, if feasible, cover this recession. These operations are simple to carry out while under local anesthetic. The patient's own tissue may be used in the therapy of the recessed area, in addition to the use of various external materials.




Are You in Risk?



The emergence of gingival disorders is significantly influenced by a few unique circumstances. SMOKING, BRUXISM, UNBALANCED NUTRITION, GENETICS, SOME DRUGS, PREGNANCY, and DIABETES are a few of those.



Cigaret



It is seriously detrimental to our dental and oral health. It accelerates gingival diseases, particularly in people with poor dental hygiene.



Stress



Numerous gingival disorders have a significant stress component. Stress makes it difficult for the body to fight off diseases, as has been scientifically proven in several research.



Bruxism



The term "bruxism" refers to the clenching and grinding of the teeth. Due to the strains brought on by the teeth, they trigger the destruction of periodontal tissues.



Malnutrition



Nutritional equilibrium depends heavily on getting the required vitamins and minerals. The immune system of the organism and cell renewal depend on this equilibrium.



Genetic



Science has established a genetic tendency, particularly for several periodontal disorders. The risk of periodontal disease rises, especially in people with poor dental hygiene and genetic predisposition.



Drugs



Periodontal tissues can be negatively impacted by some medicines ; phenytoin, oral contraceptives (birth control pills), and calcium channel blockers etc.



Pregnancy



Gum changes during pregnancy might also be brought on by hormonal changes. Gingival hypertrophy is typical, particularly in pregnant women who do not practice appropriate dental hygiene.



Diabetes



The world has come to accept the link between diabetes and periodontitis.



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