Periodontology
Periodontology focuses on the health of the gums and supporting tissues surrounding the teeth. Bleeding gums, redness, gum recession, bad breath, and loss of supporting bone may be signs of periodontal disease. Treatment aims to control infection, maintain healthy gums, and preserve natural teeth whenever possible.
Frequently Asked Questions
Redness, swelling, bleeding while brushing, and persistent bad breath are the most common early signs. It's important to see a dentist as soon as you notice these symptoms.
The early stage, gingivitis, can be reversed with consistent brushing, flossing, and professional cleaning. In more advanced periodontitis cases, treatment focuses on stopping progression and controlling bone loss.
It's a treatment that removes plaque and tartar buildup below the gumline with specialized instruments and smooths the tooth roots. It helps the gums reattach firmly to the teeth.
Dental calculus, also known as tartar, forms when bacterial plaque on the teeth hardens over time due to minerals present in saliva. It may accumulate both above and below the gum line. Once formed, it cannot be removed by regular brushing alone and requires professional cleaning.
Professional dental cleaning performed with appropriate techniques does not damage tooth enamel. The procedure removes plaque and calculus deposits attached to the tooth surfaces. After cleaning, spaces between the teeth may feel more noticeable because the calculus that previously occupied these areas has been removed.