What you need to know about periodontitis for those who have teeth

2024 Author: Malcolm Clapton | [email protected]. Last modified: 2023-12-17 03:44

This disease takes a long time to heal, so it is best to prevent it.

What is periodontitis and how does it differ from periodontitis

Periodontitis is a K04.4 disease. Acute apical periodontitis of pulpal origin / ICD-10, in which the periodontium becomes inflamed. This is the name of the tissue that acts as a ligament between the root of the tooth and the jawbone.

Periodontitis is often confused with Periodontitis / Mayo Clinic. These diseases are really so similar that in English the words are synonymous. However, there is a major difference between the two. To understand it, you need to understand what a periodontium and a periodontium are and how they differ.

Periodontium Periodontium / Big Medical Encyclopedia is the general name for the tissues that hold the tooth in place. These include the gums, periodontal ligaments, and bone. Periodontium Clinical guidelines (treatment protocols) for the diagnosis of periapical tissue disease / Dental Association of Russia is a part of the periodontium: the root (apical) connective tissue that fills the narrow gap between the tooth root and its bone bed. The periodontium contains nerves, as well as blood and lymph vessels that feed the tooth.

With periodontitis, that is, periodontal inflammation, the gums most often suffer. Therefore, this disease is often referred to as Periodontitis / Mayo Clinic "gum disease". If periodontitis is left untreated, the inflammation of the gingival tissue can also affect the apical connective tissue. That is, periodontitis will develop from this pathology.

But this is not the only and far from the main cause of periodontal inflammation.

Where does periodontitis come from?

It usually occurs as a consequence of advanced caries.

Infection from a deep carious cavity penetrates into the inner part of the tooth - the pulp. That becomes inflamed - this is how pulpitis develops. Then, through a hole in the apex of the tooth root, pathogenic bacteria enter the periodontium, causing inflammation and suppuration.

There are other options as well. Infection can get into the periodontium for the diagnosis of periapical tissue disease / Dental Association of Russia:

• from the tissues surrounding the tooth root, for example, with osteomyelitis or sinusitis;
• with inaccurate treatment of pulpitis, when potent drugs or irritating dental materials (paste containing arsenic, formalin, phenol) penetrate the pulp;
• with a serious tooth injury.

How to recognize periodontitis

Sometimes periodontitis is asymptomatic P. N. R. Nair. On the causes of persistent apical periodontitis: a review / International Endodontic Journal. Such inflammation is called chronic. Clinical guidelines (treatment protocols) for the diagnosis of periapical tissue disease / Dental Association of Russia and is usually discovered by chance - for example, on an X-ray taken to treat adjacent teeth.

But even asymptomatic periodontitis is dangerous, as it gradually destroys the tissue surrounding the tooth. Sooner or later, it will lead either to the loss of a tooth, or, more likely, it will turn into an acute form - with pronounced signs.

Symptoms Clinical guidelines (treatment protocols) for the diagnosis of periapical tissue disease / Russian Dental Association of periodontitis often coincide with the manifestations of Periodontitis / Mayo Clinic periodontitis.

• Discomfort or pain in the area of the affected tooth. The unpleasant sensation is heightened when you bite or clench your jaw.
• Redness, swelling of the gums that surrounds the affected tooth. Sometimes the swelling is so severe that it affects the cheek or lip.
• Tooth mobility.

What to do if you suspect periodontitis

Do not tolerate toothache and even discomfort if it has become regular. It is important to consult a dentist as soon as possible. The sooner you start treatment, the more chances you will be able to save the tooth.

The doctor will ask you about the symptoms, examine the problem area of the gums. Most likely, he will offer to take an X-ray: this is the most effective way to find out how the root of the tooth is feeling. Then the dentist will make an accurate diagnosis and, depending on it, will begin treatment.

How to treat periodontitis

The endodontist Endodontitis / American Association of Endodontists treats inflammation. The specialist will assess how badly the periodontium and the root of the tooth have suffered, and will decide whether it is possible to restore the affected tissues.

Getting rid of periodontitis is difficult: it is possible that you will have to come to the dentist several times.

First, the dentist will try to heal the root canal. The doctor will remove the infected tissue and then inject anti-inflammatory and antibacterial agents into the tooth. You may need to change your medications to make sure you get rid of the infection.

If this does not work and the inflammation continues, an Endodontic Surgery Explained / American Association of Endodontists apicoectomy will be required. This is the name of a small surgical procedure during which an endodontist opens the gum and removes the apex of the tooth root, as well as other infected tissue. Then the root tip is closed with a filling.

What to do to prevent periodontitis from appearing

Sometimes periodontal inflammation cannot be prevented: for example, you are unlikely to be able to protect yourself from accidental injury. But it is quite possible to protect yourself from the main causes of periodontitis - caries and pulpitis.

Take care of your teeth

Brush them twice a day with fluoride paste and floss. Try to avoid foods high in sugar and acid as they destroy tooth enamel. Avoid dry mouth: with a lack of moisture, microbes that damage the enamel actively multiply.

Get regular checkups with your dentist

Ideally, at least 1-2 times a year. The doctor will be able to detect caries at the earliest stage and will not let it go too far.