Periodontal disease therapeutics options have improved significantly over the years with the availability of both surgical and non-surgical treatments
Periodontal disease is the inflammation of gums and bone surrounding teeth. This disease mainly affects adults and can lead to tooth loss and complications such as bleeding gums, infection, receding gums, abscess, abscesses, loosening of teeth, and teeth caries. Periodontal disease occurs when plaque develops around teeth and bones in the mouth. Bacteria, viruses, and sugars from saliva accumulate within this plaque and food particles are trapped between the teeth. Once this build-up is not removed, it hardens into tartar, which results in poor dental health and can even lead to tooth decay and eventual failure. Periodontal disease therapeutics can prevent this disease and restore mouth health. When gingivitis occurs, this can be treated using antibacterial medications. If gingivitis is severe, or if it does not respond to antibacterial treatments, then drainage and root planing can be performed. Flap procedure, stripping, scaling, and root planing are some of the most common type