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Periodontitis is an inflammatory disease that destroys the periodontium-this is the tissue that covers and supports the teeth. If left untreated these will progress and causes the destruction of alveolar bone that supports the teeth thus making the teeth to loosen and may eventually fall out. Periodontitis will occur when there is an overwhelming growth of microorganisms on the surfaces of the teeth. Microorganisms cause the infection and inflammation of the gum or gingiva and bone that supports the teeth. However this condition is not so common during the childhood years but may increase chances during the adult years.

Consult your dentist if you are experiencing swelling and inflamed gums as these can be a symptom of periodontitis. Dentist can determine the occurrence and severity of a periodontitis, and have it checked as soon as possible to prevent the spread of infection. This way the dentist or periodontist will do necessary treatments so as to reduce the inflammation and treat the underlying cause. Periodontitis treatment involves scaling, a procedure to remove plaque and tartar on the tooth’s surface with the use of dental equipment. Plaque and tartar are hardened deposits of the food debris and particles that are left in the mouth and gum areas.

A conventional daily brushing-flossing routine is not enough to remove food particles left in between teeth and gums. Regular visit to the oral health professional is very essential. Making sure that our oral health is in good status, routine visit to a dentist vary depending on the condition we had experience in the past years and on the condition we are experiencing at the moment. Twice in a year visit to our dentist may not be enough. Another procedure for the periodontal disease treatment is called as the deep pocket reduction treatment.

In normal condition, gingival tissue and alveolar bone should perfectly fit together around the teeth. But with the presence of periodontitis the tissue and bone supporting teeth is destroyed and formed as pockets around the teeth. If left over time these pockets dig deeper and becomes a living space for bacteria to dwell into. These pockets will be checked by the periodontist and will recommend the pocket depth reduction procedure to make it easier to have an at-home daily oral treatment. Experts say that any form of periodontal disease can be prevented. Good oral hygiene practice is the most basic thing to do.