What are Gum surgeries?
Advanced gum diseases are complex in nature. They require sequential and staged management. Multi-modality treatment is optimal. There are various gum surgeries and each has its indications based on the severity of the gum disease.
Your dentist in discussion with a gum specialist( Periodontist) can evaluate the severity of the gum disease and advice you on the ideal line of treatment.
Oral Prophylaxis/ Cleaning & polishing
What is Oral prophylaxis ?
The first line of management for all gum diseases is oral prophylaxis. It is a simple and efficient procedure used to remove plaque and tartar buildup, which are the most common causes of gum diseases.
Bleeding gums !!!
Why do my gums bleed ?
The most common cause of bleeding gums is poor oral hygiene leading to plaque and tartar build-up. This leads to common gum diseases known as gingivitis & periodontitis
Gingivitis in simple terms means gum inflammation. A build-up of plaque causes this mild type of gum disease. Your gums may be red, sore and swollen if you have gingivitis. While brushing our teeth, they bleed.
Periodontitis
If gingivitis is left untreated it can progress to a more severe for of gum disease known as periodontitis. In periodontitis, gum infection affects the tissue and bone that protect the teeth. your gums become inflamed and swollen, causing them to detach from the roots of your teeth.
The following are warning signs of periodontal disease:
Risk factors
Certain factors increase the risk for periodontal disease: