Write-up by Dr. Anasinski
One more more technical term for the gums and bone that directly surround and support your teeth in your mouth is the Periodontium, also known as Periodontal Tissue. Even though the gums may possibly seem to be absolutely nothing special - whilst the teeth do all the challenging work of grinding, biting, and chewing - our gums are truly on guard and fighting all the time to preserve our dental well being.
Without having the periodontal tissue we would not have protection around our teeth and the bones of the jaw that support the roots of teeth. Gums also aid surround the teeth with nutrition, via the bloodstream, so they are really a essential component of overall health.
When periodontal tissue gets infected, the very first stage of that gum illness is known as gingivitis. This level of infection is typically marked by swelling, some tenderness or soreness, and gums that bleed easily - for example when you rub against them with a toothbrush or stimulate them by flossing. All of these symptoms happen since of the presence of unwanted bacteria that creates a toxic environment within the gums themselves.
Treating that type of gum issue is fairly straightforward and can often be accomplished at property just by observing a very good routine of oral hygiene such as typical brushing, flossing, and consuming of a healthy balanced diet plan. But left untreated minor gingivitis can suddenly erupt into a considerably a lot more serious condition known as Periodontitis. At this stage the infection begins to deteriorate the gums, and as the gum tissue is destroyed it leaves an unhealthy gap or space around the base of the tooth. Left unguarded, this component of the tooth also gets infected, and it can commence to lose its strength and density. If the situation progresses far sufficient the tooth will no longer have enough root substance or tightly surrounding gum tissue to keep it securely attached, and it will either fall out - leaving you with a missing tooth - or rot away until it needs to be extracted.
There are various stages of Periodontitis, and the aggressive stage is defined by this rapid loss of bone and teeth. Then there is chronic Periodontitis, which is most likely the most common type of advanced gum disease. When in the chronic phase the gums begin to recede or pull away from the teeth, leaving exposed spaces as we described earlier. There can also be Periodontitis that is fueled by other diseases such as heart illness or diabetes. Lastly there is a condition recognized as Necrotizing Periodontal Disease. This form of gum illness creates lesions or tears in the gum tissue, creating open sores, and a very unsightly odor.
Of course none of these situations are good, and every person wants to do whatever is essential to prevent any form of periodontal disease. But the great news is that prevention of gum problems is easy - as lengthy as you stick to a suggested program of dental hygiene, make standard visits to the Periodontist or Dentist for checkups, and live a typically healthy lifestyle. The easiest component of ensuring healthy Periodontium is just brushing and flossing and enjoying a healthy balanced diet - some thing that anyone can do on their own without having having to spend lots of funds, endure any special procedures, or take time to see your dental professional. If the gums do start to be sore or bleed, just give us a call and we can remedy your issue right away.
About the Author
Dr. Anasinski completed her residency in Periodontics at Northwestern University and is Assistant Clinical Professor at the University of Illinois at Chicago. She holds many prestigious positions such as Delegate to the Illinois State Dental Society. Go to her site at PeriodonticsofNiles.com
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