Gums-Periodontal Health

Periodontal Disease is the later stages of gum disease. This is when the bacteria infection under the gums progresses deeper and affects the bone and tissue supporting the tooth.

Your gums will –

• Bleed when brushing or flossing.
• It will be red, swollen and tender.
• Bad Breath.
• The gum will have pulled away from the tooth, this is called ‘Pocketing.’
• Pus may be seen in the pockets around the tooth.

The infection damages the tissue that connects the gum to the tooth’s roots.

Once the tissue has been destroyed the gum pulls away from the tooth, this forms a pocket in which bacteria thrive. If not treated, in time, the bone anchoring the teeth in the jaw will dissolve, making the teeth loose, and eventually, the teeth will fall out.

Periodontal disease is irreversible, but you can slow down its progression by regularly visiting the dentist and hygienist and improving your oral hygiene at home.