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Periodontics in Porto, Portugal

Periodontics is the branch of dentistry that allows the detection, diagnosis and treatment of the periodontium, that is to say the supporting tissues of the tooth such as the periodontal ligament, the bone and the gum.
Treatment for periodontitis differs in each case. Depending on the phase and state of the patient's disease, periodontal treatment can be one or the other.

In some cases, it will be enough to apply non-surgical periodontal techniques such as those we will see below.

In other cases, when the periodontitis is more advanced, your gums have receded, there is bone loss or other special circumstances, it may be necessary to perform surgical treatments to treat your case.

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Periodontics in Porto, Portugal

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Non-surgical treatments for periodontitis

- Curettage: Curettage is part of the basic periodontal treatments. It is a dental scaling and root planing technique by which tartar and bacterial plaque accumulated on the teeth and gums are removed.

-Scraping: With the scraping technique, different instruments are used to scrape tartar and plaque and thus remove them from the affected area. The objective is to act in depth, down to the gumline, to eliminate tartar and bacteria that accumulate beyond the surface of the teeth.

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Surgical treatments for periodontitis

- Periodontal surgery: With periodontal surgery, the specialist can reach the deepest areas of the periodontal pockets, those that are difficult to access, those that could not be reached by scaling and root planing.

- Gingiva grafting: Gingiva grafting is a solution to receding gums. It is usually one of the most common treatments to improve our smile.

- Bone graft: In cases where the periodontist detects that the bone is damaged, he will evaluate the possibility of performing a bone graft.

- Stimulation of tissue regeneration

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Frequently asked questions about periodontics

01. What is periodontal disease?
Periodontal disease is an infectious disease caused by the bacterial flora present in the mouth. It affects and destroys the supporting tissues of the tooth (gum, periodontal ligament and bone).
02. How is periodontal disease treated?
The treatment consists of reducing the level of pathogenic bacteria present in the mouth. Through mini-instruments and with the help of minimally invasive techniques, the periodontal disinfection treatment is carried out by which the bacteria that have accumulated under the gumline are eliminated. In some cases, depending on the type of MP, it is necessary to perform microsurgery in certain areas of the mouth to restore the tissues that have been damaged or to access very deep areas.
03. Does root curettage or scaling hurt?
This type of treatment is performed under anesthesia, so the patient DOES NOT FEEL DISCOMFORT during the process. You will only notice the application of anesthesia and even so, anesthesia is usually given beforehand so that it is not painful.
04. What is the difference between gingivitis and periodontitis?
Gingivitis and periodontitis are different stages of the same periodontal disease, which affects the gums and teeth. The main difference is that periodontitis is the advanced stage of the disease, where there is a higher level of tissue damage and destruction than in gingivitis. When you suffer from periodontal disease, its progress is assessed. It is always advisable to have annual check-ups, at least, in order to detect these conditions in time and to avoid the destruction of the mandibular bone volume and the affected teeth. Gingivitis can be resolved with easier and cheaper cleaning, plus, as it is only the initial stage of periodontal disease, there is no immediate risk of tooth loss. In the case of periodontitis, the bacteria accumulated in the form of tartar extend into the gum, causing periodontal pockets. If detected in time, it can be resolved by scaling or root planing, which removes any infection and tartar from the periodontal pockets. If you let it progress uncontrollably, you may need to extract teeth.
05. What are the symptoms of periodontal disease?
The symptoms of periodontal disease are clear to a professional, but sometimes difficult for the patient to detect initially. Inflammation of the gums, bleeding when brushing or flossing, bad breath, receding gums and loose teeth are among them. If you, a family member or a friend detect any of these signs, do not hesitate to make an appointment to evaluate your case.

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