Periodontology department is the science that deals with the conditions of the gums, dental nerves and roots, which are the basic units of the teeth, and the treatment process of the problems that occur in these departments. Periodontology, which is one of the progressive branches of the dentistry department, requires specialization in this field. Recession in the gums , frequent bleeding in the gums, all kinds of problems in the roots and nerves are treated by this branch of science. In the following problems, an appointment can be made from a periodontologist and an examination can be made.
- Feeling that the tooth is suddenly ʼstuckʼ while eating
- Recession in your gums or frequent bleeding
- Non-bleeding pus discharges from the teeth during brushing
- Itching of the gums
Gum Treatments
Gum treatment is done by making an appointment with a periodontologist who is specialized in dentistry.
- An appointment is made for the evaluation of the current complaint by making an appointment with the specialist.
- After the current problem is evaluated by the specialist, the procedure is carried out to solve the problem that occurs in the gingiva.
- Treatment is performed for any of the growth, recession, graft conditions and aesthetic demands that occur in the gingiva.
What Causes Gum Recession?
Gingival recession may occur due to anatomical reasons, as well as insufficient care of the teeth, the occurrence of infection in the gums, and in such cases, the gingiva sends a reflex. In addition, this can occur in tumors, diabetes and circulatory disorders in the body. At the same time, in diseases where the gums react in the form of recession, there are gingival stones and hardened structures that occur here. These structures are called plaques.
- In cases where gingival recession occurs, it is necessary to determine the cause of the problem.
- Since diabetes is often the root cause of this problem, blood testing and urine testing are recommended. Oral health is evaluated together with many diseases in the body.
- Recession in the gums can be treated by suturing the gums and moving them down. Periodontology unit is working on this issue to obtain a better appearance both medically and aesthetically.
Can Pink Gum Be Made?
Pink gingival aesthetics is preferred by people who have been in our lives for the last 5 years and want to achieve a better aesthetic appearance. After the gums are examined by periodontologists, it can be done if found appropriate.
- This aesthetic appearance is based on the fact that the line passing between the two front teeth is exactly centered on the lip.
- The gums are placed according to this ratio and the teeth are physically aligned on both sides when viewed from the outside.
- This appearance is achieved after the examination of the gums and teeth and then the operation.
- After the procedure, the healing process of the teeth can take an average of 10 days. Depending on how good the patientʼs metabolism is, recovery can be achieved within a few days.
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Why is Gum Cutting Performed?
The cutting of the gums can be done for aesthetic purposes or it can be done for purely medical reasons. The biggest reason for this situation is the infection that occurs in the gums afterward. After infection, swelling and elongation of the gums may occur. While this prevents the teeth from appearing, it also seriously affects their cleaning. In cases where the infection persists and the gums do not return to their former size, it is necessary to intervene in the gums by the specialists.
- By means of laser, it is ensured that the gums are finished proportionally to the tooth surface. When the incision is made by laser, no sutures are usually required and bleeding does not occur.
- It can be a painful procedure and the medicines prescribed by the physician must be used regularly at this stage. The recovery period of any intervention on the gums can take up to 10 days.
Do Gums Renew Themselves?
The gingiva is among the structures that have the feature of self-renewal. It has a self-renewal feature if the gums are properly brushed and cared for correctly. Gums, which can show reflexes such as wear or growth and shrinkage in extreme hot and cold conditions, will experience renewal within 3-5 days. In case of a possible infection and problems in the gums, periodontology will provide the necessary treatment in this regard. An appointment must be made here.
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