Periodontitis is one of the most common gum issues that people are facing these days, and if you find yourself with any symptom of it, then you should contact your dentist as soon as possible.
In most cases, the first thing your dentist will do is ask about your family’s medical history and symptoms to understand your dental health and possible causes.
Small tests are conducted, like x-rays, to check about the bone loss and depth of the pockets in the gums.Causes Poor dental hygiene - If you don’t give much importance to daily dental hygiene, then it’s easier to get periodontitis.Smoking - Smoking is one of the main causes for periodontitis in most seen cases.Weak immune system - It’s known that people with weak immune systems, either because of illnesses or negative habits, are more likely to get periodonticsPoor nutrition - Poor Nutrition can also be a huge factor regarding dental issues.Family history - Family history of gum diseases or periodontitis can be a reason for dental issues.Piercings - Tongue or lip piercings are a common reason to get mouth infections as well.TreatmentUnlike various other dental issues which usually can be eliminated by good oral hygiene, with periodontitis you need professional help.
Tuxedo Dental is the place where you can get the solution to all your mouth-related issues in one place.
The expert dentist first removes plaque and calculus below the gumline and primes the root, and then reattaches it to the gums.
The process is somewhat similar to regular cleaning but it requires more sophisticated tools, as the cleaning process goes further below the gumline.