Лечение пародонтита в домашних условиях народными средствами

Пародонтит представляет собой воспалительный процесс, в результате которого происходит разрушение тканей, окружающих и поддерживающих зубы.

Согласно статистическим данным, в большей степени поражению десен подвергаются люди старше тридцати лет, а также от 16 до 20. В большинстве случаев потеря зубов происходит под влиянием пародонтита, нежели чем в результате кариеса.

Негативное воздействие на развитие заболевания оказывает не только зубной камень, но также несоблюдение элементарных правил ухода за полостью рта.

Почему возникает пародонтит и как проявляется

Основные причины, способствующие развитию патологии, подразделяют на:

• локальные: различные микроорганизмы, проникающие в ротовую полость, вредные привычки, воздействие химических веществ, а также экологическая внешняя среда;
• общие: сахарный диабет, иммунодефицит, нарушения кровяной системы, патологии желудочно-кишечного тракта, атеросклероз.

Кроме этого, спровоцировать заболевание могут и такие факторы, как:

• неправильное расположение зубов;
• гипертонус жевательных мускул;
• нарушение прикуса и так далее.

Среди первых и основных признаков образования пародонтита выделяют такие симптомы:

• неприятный запах изо рта;
• кровоточивость десен;
• налет желтовато-коричневого цвета;
• дискомфорт во время жевательного процесса;
• увеличенное расстояние между зубами;
• выпадение.

К дополнительным признакам, сопровождающим заболевание, относят:

• свищи и пульсацию в деснах;
• боли в области подчелюстных лимфоузлов;
• головные боли;
• вязкость слюны.

У детей пародонтит развивается крайне редко. Причинами его могут быть болезни крови или несоблюдение норм гигиены рта при развитии заболеваний инфекционного или воспалительного характера.

Диагностика заболевания

Для диагностирования патологии может понадобиться проведение ряда обследований, которые позволят определить не только стадию развития, но и степень воспалительного процесса.

Основные методы исследования заключаются в визуальном осмотре десен и зубов, в сборе анамнеза, а также в определении индекса кровоточивости.

Дополнительно назначают:

• сдачу общего анализа мочи и крови;
• рентген;
• реопародонтографию;
• пародонтальный индекс.

Хронический тонзиллит: лечение народными средствами

О лечении атеросклероза народными средствами читайте в этой статье.

Препараты эффективные при диабете 2 типа.

Лечение в домашних условиях традиционными методами

Медикаментозные препараты может назначить только врач-стоматолог только после получения результатов обследования и подтверждения диагноза.

В большинстве случаев больным прописывают специальные мази и гели местного назначения. Основная их задача заключается в снятии воспалительных процессов, дезинфекции кровяного очага и укреплении сосудов.

Среди наиболее популярных препаратов выделяют:

1. Пародиум. Способствует не только остановке крови, но также в наиболее короткие сроки восстанавливает пародонтальную ткань. В своем составе содержит хлоргексидин, корень ревеня и формальдегид. Курс лечения состоит в трехразовом применении в день в течение 21 дня;
2. Метрогил Дента. Выпускается в форме геля. Обладает антисептическим действием, содержит в себе антибиотик. Наносится непосредственно на место поражения. Использовать необходимо не менее 2-х недель;
3. Ортофен. Действие препарата направлено непосредственно на снятие воспалительного процесса. Не рекомендуется наносить средство на десну. Перед применением нужно смазать марлю, сложенную в несколько слоев, только потом прикладывать ее на больное место. Проделывать процедуру рекомендуется утром и вечером около десяти дней;
4. Левомеколь. Содержит два основных действующих компонента – хлорамфеникол (способствует устранению вредных микроорганизмов) и метилурацил (являясь стимулятором роста, регенерирует пораженные клетки). Мазь наносится на очаг воспаления до того момента, пока не пройдет соответствующая симптоматика;
5. Мирамистин. Назначается для дезинфекции загноившегося очага. Воздействует на патогенные бактерии и грибы;
6. Хлорофиллипт. Является достаточно действующим веществом. 1-процентный раствор способен к уничтожению даже тех микробов, которые обладают высокой устойчивостью к воздействию препаратов группы антибиотиков;
7. Димексид. Обладает как антисептическим, так и противовоспалительным действием.

Однако, перед тем, как применять какое-либо из перечисленных средств, полость рта необходимо хорошо очистить.

Для этих целей используются специальные зубные пасты:

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После того, как будет произведена тщательная чистка, не лишним будет и использование ополаскивателей этих же производителей, которые обладают противовоспалительным действием.

Что такое пародонтит и как его лечить рассказывает врач. Советы стоматолога, смотрите видео:

Народные средства в терапии патологии

Лечение пародонтита методами народной медицины в домашних условиях также возможно, но только на ранних этапах развития заболевания и после консультации со специалистом.

Существует достаточно много проверенных и эффективных рецептов, которые помогут в борьбе с болезнью.

Полоскания

Прежде, чем проводить процедуру полоскания, необходимо произвести тщательную чистку зубов.

Среди распространенных рецептов наибольшим лечебным действием обладают следующие:

1. Хвоя. Две столовые ложки разводятся в 400 миллилитрах воды. Смесь на медленном огне доводится до кипения. После этого остужается и настаивается. Раствор применяют только после употребления пищи;
2. Чистотел. Стеклянная емкость плотно набивается данным растением и заливается спиртом или водкой. Для настаивания потребуется около 14 дней. Перед полосканием полости рта настойку необходимо разбавлять водой в пропорции 1:1;
3. Липа и календула. Взять равные части каждого растения, смешать и залить кипяченой водой. На один стакан воды понадобится одна столовая ложка смеси. Полученный состав необходимо настоять. Полоскания проводятся несколько раз в течение суток;
4. Мумие. 2 капсулы растворить в 200 стакане воды. Использовать в утреннее и вечернее время;
5. Кора дуба. Особая эффективность отвара наблюдается при обострении течения болезни, поскольку его применение способствует быстрому снятию воспаления. Для приготовления понадобится одна столовая ложка хорошо измельченной коры и 400 мл воды. Ингредиенты необходимо смешать и довести о кипения, после чего подержать на медленном огне еще на протяжении 2-3 минут. Полученный отвар нужно не забыть процедить. Полоскание проводят не менее трех раз в день после еды.

Массаж десен

Такая процедура является достаточно эффективной при лечении десен в условиях домашней обстановки. Выполнение заключается в круговых движениях, осуществляемых от центральной части к боковым и от десны к зубам.

Длительность массажных мероприятий составляет в среднем от 5 до 10 минут. Сеансы рекомендуется проводить утром и вечером, при чем, до обеда интенсивность движений должна быть более сильной.

Для проведения массажа используют составы, приготовленные по следующим рецептам:

1. В равных долях смешиваются пихтовое и облепиховое масла. Втираются в десна массажными движениями;
2. Долька лимона для десен. Массажировать необходимо около пяти минут;
3. Мед и лимонный сок в пропорции 1:2. Длительность составляет до 3 минут.

Уринотерапия

Полоская ротовую полость уриной на протяжении 30 минут, можно достичь снятия воспаления, а также уничтожения патогенных микроорганизмов. Ее применение также возможно вместо пасты. Данный способ помогает восстановлению зубной эмали, укреплению зубов и десен, предотвращению кариеса.

Наибольший эффект достигается при использовании урины до нескольких раз в день. Медикаментозные препараты, при этом, должны чередоваться.

Совместно рекомендуется применять средства общеукрепляющих, витаминных и иммуномодулирующих групп.

Образ жизни и диета

То, в каком состоянии находятся зубы и десна, в первую очередь, зависит от самого человека, который должен следить за их здоровьем на протяжении всей своей жизни.

Очень важно соблюдение определенной диеты, осуществление гигиенических процедур.

Что касается диетического питания, то ничего сложного в этом нет, главное, соблюдать определенные правила, которые заключаются в следующем:

1. Укрепление десен. Специалистами рекомендуется употребление твердой пищи. Среди основных продуктов выделяют морковь и яблоки, желательно зеленые. Однако использование таких продуктов исключено на более сложных стадиях развития пародонтита, когда отмечается повышенная подвижность зубов;
2. Ограничение в употреблении сладких блюд и газированных напитков;
3. Больше употреблять молочные продукты такие как кефир, сыр, творог, молоко.

Кроме этого, в рацион должны быть включены продукты с большим содержанием клетчатки, минералов, витаминов и других полезных веществ.

Такое питание должно длиться минимум на протяжении полугода, а в идеале – лучше придерживаться рекомендуемого рациона всю жизнь.

Профилактика болезни

Чтобы предотвратить развитие такого опасного заболевания как пародонтит, необходимо соблюдать определенные рекомендации:

• посещать специалиста не менее 2 раз в год;
• придерживаться правильного питания;
• регулярно выполнять гигиенические процедуры по уходу за ротовой полостью;
• пользоваться качественными зубными пастами и ополаскивателями;
• укреплять иммунную систему;
• вовремя лечить патологии внутренних органов.

Пародонтит является достаточно серьезным патологическим состоянием. При несвоевременном его лечении возрастает риск развития осложнений, которые могут привести к полному удалению зубов.

Для избежания таких неприятных моментов важно обращать внимание даже на незначительные изменения, происходящие в ротовой полости.

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Eventually, the teeth start becoming loose, and they may fall out. 90003 90002 Below is a 3-D model of periodontal disease, which is fully interactive. 90003 90002 Explore the model using your mouse pad or touchscreen to understand more about periodontal disease.90003 90002 Gum disease is more likely to become severe if there are high levels of aggressive bacteria, and if the person’s immune system is weakened. 90003 90002 The following risk factors are linked to a higher risk of periodontitis: 90003 90002 90057 Smoking 90058: Regular smokers are more likely to develop gum problems. Smoking also undermines the efficacy of treatment. Ninety percent of cases that do not respond to treatment are in smokers. 90003 90002 90057 Hormonal changes in females 90058: Hormonal changes occur during puberty, pregnancy, and menopause.These changes increase the risk of developing gum disease. 90003 90002 90057 Diabetes 90058: Those living with diabetes have a higher incidence of gum disease than other individuals of the same age. 90003 90002 90057 AIDS 90058: Gum disease is more common in people with AIDS. 90003 90002 90057 Cancer 90058: Cancer and some cancer treatments can increase the chance of gum disease. 90003 90002 90057 Drugs 90058: Medications such as antihypertensive drugs or vasodilating agents-which relax and dilate the blood vessels-immunotherapy drugs, and medications that reduce saliva can all increase the chance of gum disease.90003 90002 90057 Genetic factors 90058: Some people are more susceptible to gum disease due to genetic factors. 90003 90002 A dentist can normally diagnose periodontitis by looking at the signs and symptoms and carrying out a physical examination. 90003 90002 The dentist will probably insert a periodontal probe next to the tooth, under the gum line. If the tooth is healthy, the probe should not slide far below the gum line. In cases of periodontitis, the probe will reach deeper under the gum line.The dentist will measure how far it reaches. 90003 90002 An X-ray may help assess the condition of the jaw bone and teeth. 90003 90002 The most common complication is the loss of teeth, but periodontitis may impact a person’s overall health in other ways. 90003 90002 It has been linked to a higher risk of a range of other diseases, including respiratory problems, stroke, and coronary artery disease, although how they are linked remains unclear. 90003 90002 One study of people with chronic coronary artery disease, lasting 3.7 years, found that for every five teeth lost, there was a 17-percent higher risk of cardiovascular death, a 16-percent higher risk of all-cause death, and a 14-percent higher risk of stroke. 90003 90002 Scientists are not yet certain why this happens. It may be that bacteria from periodontitis infects the coronary arteries, that the periodontal bacteria trigger an overall immune response that affects the cardiovascular system, or there may be another link. 90003 90002 It remains unclear whether gum disease leads to heart disease or the other way round.There is no evidence as yet that better oral care will lead to better cardiovascular health. 90003 90002 During pregnancy, if a bacterial infection causes moderate-to-severe periodontal disease, there is a higher risk of preterm birth. Periodontitis has also been linked to low birth weight and pre-eclampsia. 90003 90002 Postmenopausal women with periodontal disease are more likely to develop breast cancer, according to research published in 90237 Cancer Epidemiology, Biomarkers Prevention 90238.Those with a history of smoking are particularly affected. 90003 90002 Periodontitis can also make it harder for patients with diabetes to control blood sugar. 90003.90000 Periodontitis: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatments 90001 90002 Periodontitis is a serious infection of the gums. It’s caused by bacteria that have been allowed to accumulate on your teeth and gums. As periodontitis progresses, your bones and teeth can be damaged. However, if periodontitis is treated early and proper oral hygiene is maintained, the damage can be stopped. 90003 90002 Periodontitis starts as inflammation and gets worse over time. 90003 90006 Inflammation (gingivitis) 90007 90002 Periodontitis begins with inflammation in the gums known as gingivitis.One of the first signs of gingivitis is that your gums will bleed when you brush or floss your teeth. 90003 90002 You might also notice some discoloration on your teeth. This is called plaque. Plaque is a buildup of bacteria and food debris on your teeth. Although bacteria are always present in your mouth, they only become harmful when conditions allow them to increase dramatically. This might happen if you do not brush or floss, or get dental cleanings on a regular basis. 90003 90006 Early periodontal disease 90007 90002 In the early stages of periodontitis, your gums recede, or pull away, from your teeth and small pockets form between gums and teeth.The pockets harbor harmful bacteria. Your immune system tries to fight the infection, and your gum tissue starts to recede. You’ll likely experience bleeding during brushing and flossing as well, and possibly some bone loss. 90003 90006 Moderate periodontal disease 90007 90002 If left to progress to moderate periodontal disease, you might experience bleeding and pain around the teeth and gum recession. Your teeth will begin to lose bone support and become loose. The infection can also lead to an inflammatory response throughout your body.90003 90006 Advanced periodontal disease 90007 90002 In advanced disease, the connective tissue that holds your teeth in place begins to deteriorate. The gums, bones, and other tissue that support your teeth are destroyed. If you have advanced periodontitis, you might experience severe pain while chewing, severe bad breath, and a foul taste in your mouth. You’ll likely lose your teeth. 90003 90002 The symptoms depend on the stage of disease, but generally include: 90003 90026 90027 gums that bleed when you brush your teeth or floss 90028 90027 bad breath 90028 90027 changes in the position of your teeth or loose teeth 90028 90027 receding gums 90028 90027 red, tender, or swollen gums 90028 90027 buildup of plaque or tartar on your teeth 90028 90027 pain when chewing 90028 90027 tooth loss 90028 90027 foul taste in your mouth 90028 90027 inflammatory response throughout your body 90028 90047 90002 Symptoms in the early stages of periodontitis are often not very noticeable.Your dentist will likely be the first to point them out. 90003 90002 Healthy people normally have hundreds of different types of bacteria in their mouth. Most of them are completely harmless. When you do not clean your teeth properly each day, the bacteria grow and build up on your teeth. 90003 90002 Periodontitis is typically caused by poor dental hygiene. When you do not brush your teeth and clean in hard-to-reach places in your mouth, the following happens: 90003 90054 90027 The bacteria in your mouth multiply and form a substance known as dental plaque.90028 90027 If you do not remove the plaque by brushing, the bacteria deposit minerals within the plaque over time. 90028 90027 This mineral deposit is known as tartar, which will encourage more bacterial growth toward the root of the tooth. 90028 90027 Your body’s immune response to this bacterial growth leads to inflammation in your gums. 90028 90027 The attachment of the gum to the root of a tooth is disrupted over time, and a periodontal pocket (gap) may form between the gum and root. 90028 90027 Harmful anaerobic bacteria colonize in the pocket and multiply, releasing toxins that can damage the gums, teeth, and supporting bone structures.90028 90067 90002 Additionally, certain factors put you at a higher risk of periodontitis, including: 90003 90026 90027 smoking, which is one of the biggest risk factors for periodontitis 90028 90027 type 2 diabetes 90028 90027 obesity 90028 90027 hormonal changes in women (such as when menstruation, pregnancy, or menopause occurs), which can make the gums more sensitive 90028 90027 conditions that impact your immune system, like HIV or leukemia 90028 90027 medications that reduce the flow of saliva in your mouth 90028 90027 genetics 90028 90027 poor nutrition, including a deficiency in vitamin C 90028 90047 90002 Your dentist will be able to detect signs of periodontitis at an early stage during a routine dental examination.They can monitor your periodontal status over time to make sure it does not get any worse. This is why it’s important that you visit a dentist on a regular basis for a screening. 90003 90002 Your dentist may use a tiny ruler called a probe to measure any pockets on your gums. This test is usually painless. If plaque, tartar, or both are found on your teeth, your dentist will remove these substances as part of a professional cleaning. They may also take dental X-rays or refer you to a periodontist, an expert in the diagnosis and treatment of gum disease, for further testing and treatment.90003 90002 If not treated for periodontitis, the supporting structures of your teeth, including the bones of your jaw, can be destroyed. Your teeth loosen and might fall out or require extraction. Other complications of periodontitis include: 90003 90026 90027 painful abscesses 90028 90027 migration of your teeth, which may interfere with eating 90028 90027 receding gums and exposure of the roots of your teeth 90028 90027 increased risk of complications during pregnancy, including low birth weight and preeclampsia 90028 90027 increased risk of heart disease, respiratory disease, and diabetes 90028 90047 90002 Treatment is aimed at removing plaque and bacterial deposits on your teeth and gums.90003 90006 Oral hygiene practices 90007 90002 Your dental care team will give you instructions on how to reduce the number of bacteria in your mouth, which involves keeping your teeth and gums clean. Your dentist will give you advice on how to use tooth brushes and dental floss properly, and may recommend other oral hygiene products like a water pick or mouthwash. 90003 90002 Here are a few tips for keeping your teeth healthy: 90003 90026 90027 Brush your teeth twice a day with a fluoride toothpaste.90028 90027 Consider using an electric toothbrush, which may be more effective. 90028 90027 Floss at least once a day to remove plaque. 90028 90027 Visit your dentist at least twice a year for a professional cleaning. 90028 90027 Do not smoke or chew tobacco. 90028 90047 90006 Professional cleanings 90007 90002 During a professional cleaning, your dentist will remove plaque buildup and tartar from your teeth and their roots, and then polish your teeth and treat them with fluoride. Any periodontal pockets that have formed could require deep cleaning to enable healing.A deep-cleaning method called scaling and root planing will help scrape off tartar and also remove any rough spots on the tooth root where bacteria tend to gather. 90003 90006 Antibiotics 90007 90002 In some cases, your dentist will prescribe antibiotics to help with persistent gum infections that have not responded to cleanings. The antibiotic might be in the form of a mouthwash, gel, or an oral tablet or capsule. 90003 90006 Follow-up appointments 90007 90002 Your dentist will want to follow up with you after a few weeks, and then about every three to six months after that to assess your progress.If periodontal pockets are still present, they may recommend other treatment options, like surgery. 90003 90006 Surgery 90007 90002 If inflammation persists in sites that are inaccessible to brushing and flossing, your dentist may recommend a surgical procedure called flap surgery to clean deposits under your gums. Under anesthesia, your gums are lifted away and the roots of your teeth cleaned. Your gums are then sutured (stitched) back into place. 90003 90002 If you’ve had any bone loss, a procedure known as bone grafting may be done at the same time as flap surgery to regenerate the lost bone.90003 90002 Periodontitis can be stopped if caught and treated early enough. Treatment is typically very successful. 90003 90002 If you have periodontitis, regular follow-ups with a dentist are essential to ensure that the disease does not continue. You’ll have to change your dental hygiene habits and cooperate fully with your dentist’s instructions for a positive outcome. The long-term outlook depends on your own efforts with oral hygiene and the ongoing assessment of your dentist. 90003 90002 In addition to periodontitis progressing much faster in smokers, these people often have a poor outlook with periodontitis.The vast majority of cases that do not respond to treatment involve smokers. 90003.90000 Periodontitis: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatments 90001 90002 90003 90002 Periodontitis refers to advanced periodontal disease. With periodontitis, the gum tissue pulls away from the teeth, creating pockets where additional bacteria can build up and cause an infection. Treatment of advanced periodontal disease is a multi-step process. Sometimes a periodontist will recommend medications as a first-line treatment for advanced periodontal disease before resorting to surgery, depending on the severity of your gum disease.90003 90002 Whereas gingivitis symptoms such as sore gums and bleeding gums are bothersome, the early signs of periodontitis include receding gums and the formation of pockets between the gums and the teeth. Once the infection gets beneath your gum line, periodontitis can destroy tissues, ligaments, and bones in the mouth that ultimately can lead to tooth loss. 90003 90002 90009 90009 90011 Signs of periodontitis include: 90012 90003 90014 90015 Pain when chewing 90016 90015 Poor tooth alignment 90016 90015 Receding gums 90016 90015 Pockets between the teeth and gums 90016 90015 Persistent bad breath 90016 90015 Sores on the inside of the mouth 90016 90015 Loose or sensitive teeth 90016 90029 90002 90003 90002 When gingivitis progresses to periodontitis, treatment becomes much more complicated.Only your dentist and hygienist can perform periodontal treatment, which involves special dental procedures, and can require oral surgery. If your dentist determines that you have periodontitis, the treatment will depend on the severity of the infection. Some options include: 90003 90014 90015 90011 Tooth Scaling and Root Planing: 90012 During this two-step procedure to treat periodontitis, your dental professional will scrape off the tartar that has built up on teeth both above and below the gum line (tooth scaling) .Next, your dental professional will smooth rough spots on the tooth roots, making it more difficult for bacteria to collect and cause more plaque and tartar buildup. 90016 90015 90011 Flap Surgery: 90012 If the gum inflammation and pockets next to the teeth persist after a deep tooth-cleaning procedure, your dentist may recommend flap surgery. Flap surgery is a common dental procedure to treat periodontitis that is performed by a specialist called a periodontist. During flap surgery, the tartar is removed from the pockets that have formed alongside the teeth.The pockets are then closed with stitches, so the gum tissue once again hugs the teeth. Reducing the pockets makes it easier and more comfortable to brush and floss your teeth. 90016 90015 90011 Grafts: 90012 In severe cases of periodontitis in which bone and tissue have been destroyed, you may need bone or tissue grafts to replace the infected tissue. Your graft may involve a technique called guided tissue regeneration, in which a small piece of mesh is placed between the jaw bone and gums to allow both bone and tissue to re-grow.Guided tissue regeneration helps keep the gum tissue from expanding into the area where the bone should be, so both bone and tissue grafts have room to grow. 90016 90015 90011 Doxycycline Gel: 90012 Gel that contains doxycycline (an antibiotic) provides periodontal disease treatment by killing bacteria and shrinking the pockets that periodontal disease can cause along the gum line. Your periodontist applies the gel to the pockets after a tooth scaling / root planing procedure, and the antibiotic is released gradually over a period of about a week.90016 90015 90011 Chlorhexidine Chip: 90012 Another periodontal disease treatment involves placing a small, antimicrobial gelatin chip in a tissue pocket along the gum line after tooth scaling / root planing, and the antimicrobial is released gradually over time. 90016 90015 90011 Minocycline Microspheres: 90012 For this type of periodontal disease treatment, the periodontist places tiny particles containing minocycline as an antibiotic in the tissue pockets after a tooth scaling / root planing procedure.90016 90015 90011 Doxycycline Pill: 90012 Your periodontist may prescribe an antibiotic pill for periodontal disease treatment in addition to tooth scaling and root planing. A low-dose doxycycline pill can help prevent overactive enzymes from breaking down gum tissue after periodontal disease treatment. 90016 90029 90002 90003 90002 Prevention is the best way to avoid the need for painful, costly, and time-consuming periodontal treatment. By focusing on preventive health and oral hygiene through the use of an effective oral hygiene regimen, you can keep your gums and teeth healthy.To help prevent and reverse gingivitis, an early form of periodontal disease, try a Crest Pro-Health regimen. A Crest Pro-Health Advanced regimen helps protect your teeth and gums. This Crest Pro-Health Advanced regimen includes: 90003 90014 90015 90011 Toothpaste: 90012 Toothpaste like Crest Gum Detoxify Deep Clean can play a key role in at-home treatment of gingivitis, an early form of periodontal disease, by preventing issues before they start. Crest Gum Detoxify can neutralize the bacteria found in plaque that builds up around the gum line.By using this as your daily toothpaste, it can help reverse early signs of gum disease and give you clinically proven healthier gums. 90016 90015 90011 Mouthwash: 90012 Crest Pro-Health Multi-Protection Mouthwash helps reduce gingivitis, an early form of periodontal disease by killing germs. Crest Pro-Health Multi-Protection Mouthwash provides 24-hour protection against gingivitis and plaque when used twice a day and it freshens your breath without the burning sensation of alcohol. 90016 90015 90011 Brush: 90012 To round out the Crest Pro-Health Advanced Regimen, choose a soft-bristled toothbrush that fits your mouth, such as the Oral-B Cross-Action Pro-Health Toothbrush, which features soft gum stimulators and a tongue cleaner.90016 90015 90011 Floss: 90012 Twice-daily flossing is an important part of any oral care regimen. If your teeth and gums are sensitive, try Oral-B Glide Pro-Health Comfort Plus Floss. 90016 90029 90002 90003 90002 When combined, these products work hard to keep your teeth and gums in good health. For effective gingivitis protection, in addition to noticeable whitening benefits, * you may also want to consider the breakthrough daily 2-step system, Crest Gum Detoxify + Whitening. And as always, do not forget to see your dentist for continued gingivitis prevention, an early form of periodontal disease.Be sure to see a dentist regularly for a professional cleaning and checkup. Your dentist can help you avoid periodontal disease by cleaning and examining your teeth to identify any minor problems before they become serious. 90003 90002 * At 3 weeks of treatment. 90003 90002 90003 90002 90003 90002 90003 90002 90003 .90000 Successful Treatments for Advanced Periodontal Disease 90001 90002 Advanced gum disease, called periodontitis, affects almost half of Americans over the age of 30, according to a recent study by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). As common as the condition is, tooth loss is often the unfortunate outcome when left untreated. But today, with so many successful treatment options available for advanced periodontal disease, losing teeth does not have to be your next step with an unhealthy gumline.90003 90002 90005 Gingivitis to Periodontitis 90006 90003 90002 Gum disease is a sneaky, progressive disease, and here’s why: The first stage, called gingivitis, occurs when bacterial plaque is not thoroughly removed from your teeth. Red, swollen and bleeding gums are the telltale signs of this infection, but the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research (NIDCR) assures that this condition is easily reversible with daily brushing and flossing — and a professional cleaning at the dentist’s office.90003 90002 When left untreated, however, gingivitis can progress into a more serious condition called periodontitis. Toxins from this buildup of bacterial plaque not only affect your gum tissue, but also the bone and ligaments that support your teeth. As the infection causes disease to the bone and supporting tissues, your teeth may eventually become loose and need to be treated surgically or removed. But even advanced cases of periodontal disease do not have to progress to this point. 90003 90002 90005 Nonsurgical Treatment 90006 90003 90002 Your first step in treating periodontitis is a conservative, nonsurgical treatment called scaling and root planing (SRP).A dentist or dental hygienist provides this treatment by scraping and removing the plaque and tartar off of your teeth and root surfaces by scaling, and then smoothing away any roughness on the roots to prevent bacteria from gathering again. According to Nevada-based dentist, Dr. Maria Perrone, SRP may take more than one visit and a local anesthetic can be used to prevent any discomfort. After this process, the gums will heal and reattach themselves to the healthy, clean surfaces of the teeth. Within a few weeks, your dentist will evaluate your healing and decide if further treatment is necessary.90003 90002 If you need additional treatment, the American Academy of Periodontology describes various periodontal surgeries that can help stop the progression of your periodontal disease: 90003 90002 90005 Pocket Reduction Procedure 90006 90003 90002 After scaling and root planing, if the gum tissue is not fitting snugly around the tooth and you can not keep the deep pocket area clean, you may be a candidate for periodontal pocket reduction or flap surgery. By folding back the gum tissue, your dentist or periodontist can remove infectious bacteria and smooth areas of damaged bone, allowing the gum tissue to reattach to healthy bone.90003 90002 90005 Gum Grafts 90006 90003 90002 Exposed roots due to gum recession can be covered with gum grafts, wherein gum tissue is taken from your palate or from another source and used to cover the roots of one or more teeth. Covering exposed roots helps reduce sensitivity and protects your roots from decay, while stopping further gum recession and bone loss. 90003 90002 90005 Regenerative Procedures 90006 90003 90002 Bone grafting is a surgical procedure that promotes the growth of bone in an area where bone has been destroyed by periodontal disease.During this type of treatment, your dentist or periodontist will eliminate bacteria and then place either natural or synthetic bone in the area of ​​bone loss, along with tissue-stimulating proteins to help your body effectively regrow bone and tissue. 90003 90002 90005 Periodontal Maintenance 90006 90003 90002 Anyone who has had treatment for advanced periodontal disease knows that meticulous homecare is the key to keeping periodontal disease from rearing its ugly head — again. Because personal oral care is a big part of any periodontal treatment plan, your dentist or dental hygienist will spend lots of time with you making sure you understand and implement proper brushing and flossing techniques at home.He or she may also recommend products like Colgate 90043 ® 90044 PerioGard 90043 ® 90044, a prescription-strength antimicrobial mouthwash to help reduce bacteria in hard-to-reach areas of your mouth. 90003 90002 In addition to not smoking, which inhibits the healing process, your dentist will also recommend keeping a close eye on your periodontal health with more frequent checkups and cleaning appointments. When dealing with periodontal disease, «an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.»90003 .