What is periodontology?

Periodontology is a branch of dentistry that deals with inflammatory diseases of the soft and hard tissues surrounding the teeth and their treatment. The Greek word means fairy - environment, odonto - tooth, logos - science. When these 3 words are brought together, Periodontology gains the meaning of the science of the surrounding tissues of the tooth. These surrounding tissues are:

Cementum, which forms the outermost layer of the root of the tooth

-The bone tissue that forms around the root of the tooth (Alveolar bone)

-Fiber group that acts as a connection between the root of the tooth and the bone (Periodontalligament)

Our teeth are embedded in the jawbones, in the part of the bone called the alveolar prominence. However, the teeth are not directly attached to the bone. There is a fibroelastic tissue consisting of fibers between the alveolar bone and the root surface of the tooth. This tissue is called the “periodontal ligament” and functions like a shock absorber in automobiles, allowing the functional forces on the teeth to be transmitted to the jaw bones by softening them. These structures are covered by the gingiva and oral mucosa. All these tissues surrounding the teeth are called “periodontal tissues”.

Gum Diseases:

Gum diseases are chronic, bacterial infections that occur in the periodontal tissues surrounding your teeth. They do not cause pain unless they reach very advanced stages. Gum diseases are serious infections and can progress for many years without any significant symptoms in the mouth, and if left untreated, even healthy teeth that are not caries can wobble due to loss of supporting tissue. Gum diseases can affect one or more teeth together or separately.

SO WHAT ARE THE GENERAL SYMPTOMS OF GINGAL DISEASES?

• Swollen gums• Bright red or purplish gums• Sensitive gums that bleed when touched• Gingival recession and related longer-looking teeth• Opening the distance between the teeth• Pus coming out between the teeth and under the gums• Bad breath• Bad taste sensation in the mouth• Swaying teeth• The feeling of incompatibility of your teeth with each other during chewing

If one or more of these symptoms are seen, and routinely, once a year, you should apply to the periodontology clinic for the prevention and treatment of gingival diseases.

PATIENT TREATMENT PROCOLES IN PERIODONTOLOGY CLINIC

Treatment in the early period of gingival disease includes removing the attachments (plaque and tartar) on the teeth and providing a smooth root surface. This process ensures the removal of bacteria and irritants that cause inflammation in the gingiva. Usually, this treatment is sufficient for the gingiva to adapt to the tooth again or to shrink the gingiva and eliminate the pocket.

In the majority of cases in the early stages of gingival disease, daily effective oral care following this protocol is sufficient for successful treatment. More advanced cases may require surgical treatment. The aim of this treatment is to clean the tartar in the deep periodontal pockets surrounding the teeth, to eliminate the pocket by shrinking and to provide a smooth root surface and to create a more easily cleanable gingival form.