Periodontology
What is Periodontology?
Periodontology is the branch of dentistry that examines the tissues that surround and support the tooth, such as gingiva, alveolar bone, cementum and periodontal ligament, and diagnoses and treats diseases of these tissues.
Periodontology Treatment Methods
This is the process of removing plaque and tartar deposits from the tooth surfaces. During this procedure, the dentist uses ultrasonic instruments to remove tartar and clean the tooth surfaces. Detertraj helps to keep the gums healthy and is usually recommended to be repeated every 6 months.
Deep Gingival Curettage:
This procedure aims to remove gingivitis without stitches and surgery.
Flap Operation:
This procedure involves the removal of inflamed tissues around the tooth, aimed at stopping bone destruction. It is performed in cases of advanced gum disease.
Frequently Asked Questions
Periodontal disease is a condition that causes gum infections that can lead to symptoms such as bone loss around the teeth and gum recession. This disease often progresses painlessly and can present with symptoms such as bad breath, bleeding gums and aching teeth.
Bleeding gums is the most important indicator of gingivitis and a dentist should be consulted.
Medication temporarily suppresses gingivitis but does not cure it. Mechanical treatment is absolutely necessary (such as scaling, surgical operations).
Scaling is essential for oral health. Failure to clean the stones damages the teeth and gums.
Scaling does not cause pain, but it may cause slight aching.
Tartar formation can be prevented if teeth are brushed regularly and with the right technique, flossing and using an interdental brush.
No. If the causes of calculus accumulation are not corrected, calculus can form again.