Periodontitis Health Feed

Yes it can be treated completely surgery is dependent on grade of periodontist if you don’t want surgery then regular check up and teeth cleaning (scaling) required and maintenance of oral hygiene required no it can’t be cured by homeo medicine.
Use mouthwash daily.

Hi
some of the home remedies can be used for oral hygiene and those can manage gum problems and tooth problems to some extent
1. Rinse mouth with salty leukwarm water
2. You can use aloe vera juice as mouthwash. Keep aloe vera juice in mouth for 2-3minites then spit it.
3. Mix mustard oil 2-3 drops with salt and brush your teeth with that mixture.
If excess problem is there please do consult dentist.

What is Pyorrhea?

Pyorrhea, also known as periodontitis, is inflammation and destruction of the tissues and bone surrounding the teeth. Periodontitis mainly begins with gingivitis. Gingivitis refers to inflammation of gums as a result of plaque formation due to poor oral hygiene. Gingivitis, when left untreated, leads to periodontitis. Gingivitis is a milder form of the disease and in gingivitis, no irreversible changes take place. However, persistent gingivitis leads to formation of de...more

I wonder if she is still suffering from pyorreaha which started at the age of 12 I think you consult a dentist in person n get correct diagnosis.

Once the teeth get periodontal problems ... It needs first basic cleaning .. so as to stop.. prevent gum disease further .. if it doesn't help .. then a full mouth x-ray is advised to check for relationship n of teeth with gums and bone .. thirdly .. you may be advised for advanced gingival flap Procedures ... Which include flap surgeries , bonegrafts if required . Or deep cleaning and root planning ..

Periodontitis is a serious gum infection that damages the soft tissue and destroys the bone that supports the teeth. Periodontitis can cause teeth to loosen or lead to tooth loss.
Periodontitis is common but largely preventable. It's usually the result of poor oral hygiene. Brushing at least twice a day, flossing daily and getting regular dental checkups can greatly improve your chances of successful treatment for periodontitis and can also reduce your chance of developing it.
There are ...more

The gums are also called the periodontium - perio for around and dontium for tooth as the gums are literally present "around the tooth." There is a softer mucosal portion that runs along the tooth in a curved manner and a stronger fibrous portion that connects the tooth to the jaw bone. Together, they provide the structural support for the tooth to be held in place. In addition they also have an esthetic value with the healthy pink color.

The mouth has the largest number of bacteria i...more

Swollen and bleeding gums are the early sign that your gums are infected with bacteria

Peri means" around" and Dontal means" teeth".Periodontal diseases are infection of the structures around the teeth.They include gums, root, bone and the supporting structures.If nothing is done it can destroy the supporting structure and jaw bone and eventually your teeth become so loose that it has to be removed.

A regular interval of visits to dentist and maintainance of proper hygiene and...more

No med will help get scaling polishing done by a dentist than brush twice daily especially at night massage gums.

Many adults suffer from Periodontal disease, which may result in slight swelling of the gums or something more severe as grave damage to the bone and tissue, which holds on to the teeth. After the onset of Periodontal disease, dental care is essential as it will determine the progress of the condition.

What are some of the causes of Periodontal disease?

Smoking is one of the main causes of gum diseases. Moreover, it also reduces chances of effective treatment.
Hormonal cha...more