Periodontics Treatments in Mallorca
Healthy gums are essential to keep your teeth and oral health, through proper hygiene and regular visits to the dentist.
Keeping periodontal disease at bay
In order to keep the health of our mouth up to date, it is necessary to take into account the wellbeing of our gums as much as that of our teeth. This is due to the importance and function of the gums in the oral cavity, which is none other than support and support.
However, many people think that correct brushing at home is more than enough to maintain good oral hygiene. And although brushing your teeth is key to oral health, it is necessary to visit the dentist to check their actual condition.
The gums can be the great forgotten ones and many of the bacteria from tartar that we cannot remove manually, may be causing serious problems in the state of the gums. To take care of them, in dentistry we have periodontics.
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What is periodontics?
Periodontics is the dental speciality that deals with the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of all those structures that support and hold the tooth, i.e. the gum (the periodontium), the periodontal ligament and the bone. These tissues can be affected by certain pathologies known as periodontal diseases.
The appearance of these gum diseases is mainly due to the accumulation of bacteria and food debris on the gums that are not properly removed by ordinary brushing. On the other hand, genetics also plays an important role, as there are a series of genes that increase the probability of suffering from these problems.
Techniques applied in periodontal treatment
Depending on the severity of the periodontal disease, a number of techniques can be used in the treatment plan. Periodontics has the following treatments to ensure healthy gums:
Professional teeth cleaning in Mallorca
Also known as prophylaxis, professional cleaning of teeth and gums is the best preventive technique in dentistry.
Periodontitis treatment
Periodontitis needs special care beyond cleaning to ensure the removal of bacteria under the gum.
Gum regeneration
One of the effects of periodontitis can be receding gums, the condition of which can be restored with microsurgery.
Coronary lengthening
We remove a small portion of gum and bone to expose more of the tooth, which facilitates later restorations or improves the aesthetics of the smile.
Gum graft
Exposed tooth roots are covered and the gum is strengthened, improving both oral health and the appearance of the smile.
What does periodontal treatment look like?
Since the treatment depends on the state of the gums, we must first carry out an initial study using 3D technology and a special probe to assess the state of the teeth, gums and bone and establish the best plan of action to restore periodontal health.
In the case of gingivitis, gum treatment continues with a prophylaxis or professional tooth cleaning to effectively and thoroughly remove accumulated tartar. It is possible to prescribe a mouthwash with chlorhexidine adjuvant for a limited period of time to reduce inflammation, but the most important thing in these cases is to maintain good dental hygiene at home following the specialist’s recommendations.
In the case of periodontitis, a periodontal scaling technique is necessary to remove tartar and bacteria in the periodontal pockets. In most cases, this phase solves the problem: the gum is deflated and the bone is maintained, and once the treatment is finished, the maintenance phase can be applied. However, if scaling is not sufficient, periodontal surgery is necessary.
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Periodontal maintenance is essential to prevent the disease from recurring. During this phase we take care of eliminating any remaining bacteria that may have accumulated before it affects the gums. In other words, in addition to the dental hygiene carried out at home, it is essential to attend regular appointments with the periodontist or hygienist to prevent the disease from reappearing.
Frequently Asked Questions about Periodontics
Depending on the severity of the disease, i.e. the advanced stage of the gum infection, we consider:
- Gingivitis: this is the superficial inflammation of the gum. Its main warning sign is bleeding and inflammation. It should be treated with a thorough professional oral cleaning. And if not treated in time, this problem can develop into periodontitis.
- Periodontitis or pyorrhoea: This is the deepest inflammation of the gum and the tissues that support the tooth. It is treated by dental scaling and joint smoothing; and it is very important to treat periodontitis to prevent tooth loss.
The most common symptoms of periodontal diseases are:
- Spontaneous gum bleeding or bleeding during brushing.
- Redness and/or swelling of the gums.
- Gum recession (exposure of the roots of the teeth).
- Bad breath and bad taste in the mouth.
- Dental mobility in advanced cases.
Specialists in periodontics in Palma de Mallorca
Dr. Emilio Martínez-Almoyna Rifá
Periodontics and postgraduate degree in Implantology.
Bachelor's degree in Medicine and Dentistry and Master's degree in Aesthetic Medicine. University expert in Periodontology and postgraduate degree in Implantology.