Periodontology

Gingivitis is characterized by inflammation between the teeth and the marginal area.
In gingivitis, the inflammatory process extends only to the soft tissues of the tooth.
At this time, it is necessary for the patient to undergo proper treatment so that the
disease does not turn into a more severe form, such as periodontitis.

Inadequate oral hygiene, tight teeth, tooth and artificial crown defects, gum trauma,
infectious diseases, harmful habits.

In many cases, the treatment involves professional oral hygiene (which involves
removing soft and cool plaques on the gums and under the gums) and removing the
underlying cause.

Periodontitis is a chronic inflammatory disease of the tissues around the tooth, the
delayed treatment of which may lead to tooth loss.

As a result of the accumulation of plaque on the surface of the teeth and in the
areas of the gums, pathogenic bacteria multiply rapidly, as a result of which
gingivitis or inflammation of the gums develops. If the patient does not undergo
proper treatment, the process becomes complicated and periodontitis develops. At
this time, deeper destructive processes begin, which, in addition to soft tissues, also
damage the bone.

Hyperemia of the gums (edema), bleeding gums, gum recession, bad breath, the
presence of pathological pockets, grinding of teeth, displacement of teeth.

There are two methods, this is the conservative method of treatment, which involves
removing the plaques on the teeth and under the gums. Also removal of the
provoking factor (defects), such as braces and artificial crowns, as well as medical
treatment is prescribed according to the indications. The second is surgical
treatment.

In order to protect ourselves from the development of periodontitis, good (correct)
oral hygiene is necessary. The use of interdental brushes and a visit to the dentist
every 4-6 months for a professional cleaning of the teeth and control of the oral
cavity.
The team at Nunu Matua Dental Clinic can help you maintain healthy gums.

Gingival recession is a process when the gingiva gradually pulls up and no longer
covers the root. Accordingly, the tooth appears longer. At this time, the patient has
increased sensitivity mainly to cold.

Treatment: depends on the degree of recession. With micro-surgical intervention, it
is possible to mobilize gum tissue and cover the root of the tooth.

Tooth splinting is called uniting of adjacent teeth into one whole block. At this time,
loose teeth are joined with less loose or fully healthy teeth so that the chewing force
is evenly distributed.
Splinting is mainly done on the front teeth of the upper and lower jaw.
The use of this method allows us to avoid the movement of the teeth and the risk of
losing them even under slight pressure.
Splinting uses special metal wire, fiberglass threads or tape.

Splinting procedure lasts from 15 to 30 minutes.

Splinting is a less invasive procedure, therefore the patient does not feel discomfort.
After splinting, it is necessary to have a professional cleaning of the teeth once in
4-6 months, because as a result of improper oral care, various inflammatory
diseases can worsen and the condition of the oral cavity worsens.