![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() You may notice your teeth looking longer than they used to or you may experience more sensitivity. When your gums have pulled away from your teeth exposing the root, it is called gum recession. This reduces the space the bacteria has to grow and thus the opportunity to cause more damage to tissues. The disease-causing bacteria is removed along with any damaged tissue or bone before securing the gum back into place. This procedure requires the gum tissue to be folded back exposing the infected area. Pocket reduction surgery is normally recommended once the pockets become too deep to be easily cleaned at home in combination with professional cleaning. This cycle then causes more tissue and bone loss until tooth extraction is needed. This in turn leaves deep pockets around the teeth increasing the spaces where debris can collect and feed the growing bacteria. The longer periodontitis is left the more tissue and bone is destroyed by the bacteria. Periodontitis requires a deeper cleaning below the gum line to remove any buildup of tartar and debris that harbor the bacteria responsible for the inflammation. This, however, is not adequate for patients who are dealing with periodontitis. Deep Cleaning (scaling and root planing)Īt a regular hygiene appointment your hygienist will clean the surfaces of your teeth that are visible above the gum line.There are several different periodontal treatments we may use to fight the effects of periodontitis. This infection can eventually spread below the gum line and cause even greater damage to the supporting bone and the periodontal ligament which hold teeth solid in your jaw. The body’s natural inflammatory response kicks in causing swelling and redness in the area and can even lead to bleeding gums. This condition occurs when bacteria in the form of plaque and calculus are allowed to grow unchecked on the teeth. Periodontitis, better known as Gum Disease, is more common than one might think. ![]()
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