Gum diseases are infections of the gums which gradually debride the bone, supporting ligaments and loosening of natural teeth.
HEALTHY GUM
• Gums are firm, coral pink in color and do not bleed.
• No gum recession is present.
• Teeth are held firmly in place with no damage to supporting bone structure
GINGIVITIS
• Gums appear red and swollen.
• Bleeding may occur when gums are touched.
• Teeth are still firmly in place with no damage to supporting bone structure
PERIODONTITIS
• Loss of gum/tooth attachment occur.
• Pockets form between teeth and gums.
• Tissue that binds teeth to bone is inflamed.
• Bone loss occurs.
| NON SURGICAL TREATMENT | SURGICAL TREATMENT | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| It includes scaling and root planing. | Pocket reduction procedures | ||
| Regenerative procedures | |||
| Soft tissue grafts | |||
| Rich augmentation and bone grafting | |||