News 2011-2

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Periodontitis - a lifetime (Part 2)

It is, as already reported in about 70% to 75% of patients in the age group 55 + periodontitis detected. Overall, suffer from more than 40% of the total population periodontal diseases.

Bacteria form a micro film on the tooth surface. Is not covering this completely removed, it comes to deposits of minerals, the result then is tartar. This tartar pushes like an arrow toward the root and completely destroys the connective tissue.

We now know that is loaded by permanently inflamed gums and the entire immune system to dangerous risks for heart disease, diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis and pregnancy complications can occur.

Periodontitis can increase blood sugar.  The inflammation leads to insulin resistance, ie that insulin acts only conditionally. Oral injuries lead to oral bacteria in the body and settle in damaged heart valves.

When diagnosed diseases of the gums, a systematic periodontal treatment is necessary. It is then that supporting measures must be carried out for life by the dentist to prevent damage or to prevent the periodontal treatment needs increase.

The prevention of new infections can be significantly improved by good oral hygiene. Targeted measures - regular teeth cleaning, regular safe removal of soft plaque and the biofilm, ie by means of airflow - are essential preventive measures for incidence and progression of existing diseases to be avoided.
Electrical brushes with an oscillating rotation are superior to manual toothbrushes. Good brushing with the manual toothbrush is also sufficient. Direction must be the plaster from red to white. (From the gum to the tooth). An excellent aid is a mouthwash that contains chlorhexidine.
 
The practice team wishes you much success and offers help in periodontal questions.