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We take care of your teeth and gums<\/p>\n

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What is “Periodontics”?<\/h2>\n

PERIODONTICS<\/strong> is the specialty of dentistry that deals with the study of gum disease (gingivitis and periodontitis).<\/p>\n

GINGIVITIS<\/strong> is an infectious disease that manifests itself by bleeding gums<\/strong>, bad breath, pain or tenderness in the gums,… It is reversible and does not involve bone loss. It may be mild, moderate or severe depending on the degree of inflammation.<\/p>\n

PERIODONTITIS or ‘pyorrhea’<\/strong> is a chronic disease also of infectious origin, which causes bone loss<\/strong> and in the long term, the loss of teeth<\/strong> (if not treated in time).<\/p>\n

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\nAll of our periodontal treatments are performed by the best expert dentists.<\/h3>\n

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Periodontics Treatments<\/h3>\n

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Periodontal
\nDecontamination<\/p>\n

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Laser
\nTreatment<\/p>\n

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Surgical
\nTreatments<\/p>\n

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What is Periodontics?<\/h2>\n

PERIODONTICS<\/strong> is the specialty of dentistry that deals with the study of gum disease (gingivitis and periodontitis).<\/p>\n

GINGIVITIS<\/strong> is an infectious disease manifested by bleeding gums. It is reversible and does not involve bone loss. It may be mild, moderate or severe depending on the degree of inflammation.<\/p>\n

PERIODONTITIS or ‘pyorrhea’<\/strong> is a chronic disease also of infectious origin, which causes the loss of the bone that supports the teeth and, consequently in the long or medium term, the loss of teeth if treatment is not carried out in time.<\/p>\n

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Symptoms<\/h3>\n
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  • Bleeding gums (while brushing, eating or even spontaneously)<\/li>\n
  • Bad breath (halitosis)<\/li>\n
  • Bad taste in the mouth.<\/li>\n
  • Dental sensitivity (especially to cold things)<\/li>\n
  • Swollen gums.<\/li>\n
  • Dental mobility.<\/li>\n
  • Gum recession (tooth root exposure or long teeth)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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    Periodontics Treatments<\/h2>\n

    Desinflammatory Phase<\/h3>\n

    Also called “periodontal decontamination”, it is the first phase of periodontal treatment. It is focused on eradicating the main cause of gum problems: BACTERIA. This requires mechanical treatment (scaling and root planing), and in some cases also chemical treatment (antibiotics).<\/p>\n

    It consists of several scaling and root planing sessions to decontaminate the root of the tooth. But the first and fundamental thing is to take X-rays and a detailed study of each tooth with an electronic probe (Florida Probe) that informs us of the degree of inflammation, recession, mobility and other important data in order to know what stage of the disease the patient is in and, based on that, establish certain guidelines for action and an individualized prognosis. Likewise, it is of great importance to instruct the patient in brushing techniques and interdental hygiene, since without a change of habits the treatment we perform will not be as effective.<\/p>\n

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    Periodontal decontamination<\/h4>\n

    Periodontal disease is caused by an imbalance between the bacteria that live in our mouth and our defenses. <\/strong>Either bacteria increase or defenses are lowered. This imbalance favors the growth of pathogenic species that are more aggressive to our gums, and that do not disappear by scraping alone.<\/p>\n

    Therefore, to ensure that the treatment is effective, we take a sample with paper tips that are inserted into the gum (a painless procedure). This is sent to the laboratory to determine the presence and proportion of periodontal pathogens. Depending on the result, we will see if it is necessary to take an antobiotic and which specific one.<\/p>\n

    Periodontal evaluation<\/h4>\n

    At the end of this 1st phase, a periodontal evaluation should be carried out again with the flowered probe in order to evaluate the response to treatment and the need or not to perform surgery.<\/p>\n

    We can also carry out a genetic analysis to assess the predisposition to suffer from the disease. This will help us to foresee possible complications, and to make certain decisions for the future, as well as to take preventive attitudes in an early manner in the relatives of the patient affected by periodontal disease.<\/p>\n

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    Surgical Phase<\/h3>\n

    It is the only phase that not all patients need. If residual pockets remain after curettage, they must be removed to prevent recolonization by bacteria. Likewise, regeneration of lost tissues will be performed when this is possible through the use of membranes or enamel-derived matrix, and recessions will be covered by means of gingival grafts in the teeth that need it.<\/p>\n

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    Gum grafts<\/h4>\n

    Grafts can be performed on teeth, on implants or in areas where teeth are missing to recover the volume lost after an extraction.<\/p>\n

    They can be made for different purposes:<\/b><\/p>\n

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    • Coating of exposed dental roots (can occur due to aggressive brushing, dental malposition, piercings…).<\/li>\n
    • Enlargement of inserted gingiva (in areas with traction of braces or short vestibule bottom).<\/li>\n
    • Thickening in areas where a tooth is missing to improve hygiene and esthetics.<\/li>\n
    • Gum augmentation on dental implants.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      It is a microsurgical technique, very meticulous, but with spectacular results in many cases. For the success of the treatment it is essential that the patient does not smoke, since tobacco compromises the vascularization of the graft.<\/p>\n

      They are usually performed with the patient’s own gingiva, since this is how a higher success rate and fewer postoperative problems are obtained, but in some cases we can resort to matrices or collagen membranes of animal or cadaveric origin.<\/p>\n

      There are different techniques according to the extension of the area to be treated and depending on the characteristics of the defect. The trend is to eliminate large incisions or discharges to reduce scarring and to perform tunneling or apical micro-access surgeries, whereby the graft is introduced through a small hole in a minimally invasive manner.<\/p>\n

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      Periodontal regeneration<\/h4>\n

      In some cases we can regenerate lost bone. Basically, we will be able to regenerate in cases where there are intraosseous vertical defects. Depending on the morphology of the defect we can resort to proteins derived from the enamel matrix, or to regeneration with collagen membranes.<\/p>\n

      For regeneration it is essential that the patient does not smoke (tobacco compromises the vascularization of the wound), that oral hygiene is exquisite and that the teeth are not excessively mobile, in which case they must be splinted beforehand.<\/b><\/p>\n

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      Maintenance Phase<\/h3>\n

      This phase is FUNDAMENTAL in the treatment of gums, if it is not fulfilled the success of the treatment cannot be assured. Maintenance is performed by the hygienists under the supervision of the periodontist. Supra and subgingival plaque and calculus are removed with the use of ultrasound and mini curettes to deepen the gingiva. Areas that retain plaque and areas of possible relapse are detected. The frequency with which maintenance should be performed depends on the type of periodontal disease, age, whether or not the patient is a smoker and the patient’s brushing skills. In addition, if the patient has a dental implant in his mouth, these revisions will have to be more frequent to prevent mucositis or peri-implantitis problems.<\/p>\n

      We have incorporated new equipment to our clinics that allows us to perform a new work system developed by the EMS brand, leader in oral hygiene. This work protocol allows us to be more efficient and less invasive with the periodontal tissues of our patients. We always start with a plaque control to detect the areas of greatest plaque accumulation where the patient does not access well with brushing, so we can also learn which are the weakest areas to improve their brushing technique. We then use a spray of ERITITROL, which is a fine particle powder that does not damage enamel or ceramic or resin dentures, and removes dental biofilm more gently. If there are thicker deposits of calculus, we will use ultrasound (which we will use with hot water to minimize sensitivity) or curettes, and we will finish by leaving the entire surface well polished.<\/p>\n

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      Periodontics Cases<\/h3>\n

      On our case page<\/strong> you can find real patients who have changed their dental health<\/strong> forever thanks to our periodontists.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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      Do you want to see real clinical cases of periodontics?<\/h3>\n

      Visit our case page!<\/p>\n

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      Frequently Asked Questions about Periodontitis and Gingivitis<\/h3>\n

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      Normally, we will detect that we have gingivitis when our gums are irritated, visibly reddened or bleed when brushing, flossing or even eating. In a more severe case, the gums may bleed spontaneously. On many occasions this bleeding is accompanied by bad breath or bad taste in the mouth and sensitivity.<\/p>\n

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      The main difference is that gingivitis is reversible, heals and does not involve bone loss. But if treatment is not carried out in time, periodontitis can develop, which, although it can be cured or slowed down, leaves after-effects, producing a loss of the bone that supports the teeth, which translates into gum recession or gaps between the teeth with the sensation of longer teeth.<\/p>\n

      Therefore, it is very important to go to a specialized periodontics center when we notice bleeding gums, sensitivity, bad breath or we are smokers, since an early diagnosis will save us from suffering the consequences of periodontal disease.<\/p>\n

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      Gingivitis is not always caused by poor oral hygiene. It can also occur in people suffering from diseases such as diabetes, hypertension, or immunosuppressive circumstances. On the other hand, women sometimes also suffer from it during pregnancy as a consequence of hormonal changes. In addition, sometimes it happens that we brush 3 times a day but we do not do it correctly, or we do not use dental floss, and this can lead to gingivitis.<\/p>\n

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      It is not the usual thing to be contagious, however, there is always a risk that bacteria can be transmitted through saliva, especially in stable couples. It has been shown that continued contact with a patient with gum problems can cause us to suffer from gum problems as well.<\/p>\n

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      The main way to prevent it is to have a constant oral hygiene. Ideally, brush your teeth after every meal and floss at least once a day to ensure that no food debris or bacteria remain between your teeth. It is good to know that electric toothbrushes are proven to remove more plaque than manual toothbrushes, which is a great help to keep our gums healthy.<\/p>\n

      On the professional side, it is recommended to visit the dentist 1 to 2 times a year to remove plaque deposits in hard-to-reach areas. The frequency of these visits will depend on the individual predisposition to suffer from gum problems, the ease of forming calculus and the presence of other systemic factors that may affect our oral health such as smoking, diabetes, pregnancy, heart or thyroid problems, among others.<\/p>\n

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      Periodontitis CAN BE CUREED, but unfortunately it leaves after-effects in our mouth such as gum recession or gaps between the teeth. Therefore, it is important to stop this bone loss, so that these gaps do not become larger and larger and the roots of the teeth do not become more and more exposed. However, all patients suffering from gum problems must be aware that they need MAINTENANCE for life, both at home, taking good care of their oral hygiene, and in their regular visits with their hygienist and periodontist who will be attentive to possible relapses or changes in their gums.<\/p>\n

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      There is a clear relationship between tobacco and periodontitis. Tobacco causes a decrease in the natural defenses of the mouth, since it produces vasoconstriction, and this causes bacteria to penetrate the gums more easily and there are fewer bacteria to defend themselves. It also favors the growth of bacteria that are more aggressive for the gums, so in many cases we have to accompany the mechanical treatment with chemical treatment with specific antibiotics.<\/p>\n

      Another negative factor of tobacco is that by producing vasoconstriction, the patient does not perceive bleeding gums and therefore does not alert him\/her to go to the specialist. For this reason, we always recommend that patients who smoke should have their oral check-ups at least twice a year.<\/p>\n

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      The symptomatology is very similar to gingivitis. The main symptom of periodontitis is bleeding and swollen gums, bad breath and increased sensitivity and even tooth movement. Although sometimes none of this is felt and the only thing the patient perceives is a larger gap between the teeth.<\/p>\n

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      Contact us for a free consultation<\/h2>\n

      Visit any of our clinics without obligation. We will call you to schedule a visit at the clinic nearest you and at the time of your preference, to help you choose the best solution for your case.<\/p>\n

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