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Gum Disease and Pigmentation

Periodontal (gum) disease is an infection of the tissues that hold your teeth in place. It’s typically caused by poor brushing and flossing habits that allow a sticky film of bacteria to build up on the teeth and harden. In advanced stages, periodontal disease can lead to sore, bleeding gums; painful chewing problems; and even tooth loss. A sticky, colorless layer on the teeth is called “plaque”. Brushing and flossing help get rid of plaque. Plaque that is not removed can harden and form “tartar” that brushing doesn’t clean. Only a professional cleaning by a dentist can remove tartar.

Causes

Symptoms of gum disease include:

  • Poor Oral hygiene
  • Mouth breathing
  • Misaligned teeth leading to poor oral hygiene
  • Removal of part of the gum: gingivectomy
  • Misaligned teeth leading to poor oral hygiene
  • Smoking and chewing tobacco
  • Rough Edged fillings
  • Oral appliances worn without proper cleaning
  • Uncontrolled Diabetes
  • Hormonal changes in girls and women
  • Medications that lessen the flow of saliva(cancer therapy drugs, antidepressants, anti-parkinsonian drugs, antiepileptic drugs etc)
  • Certain illnesses, such as AIDS, and their medications
  • Bad breath that won’t go away
  • Red or swollen gums
  • Tender or bleeding gums
  • Painful chewing
  • Loose teeth
  • Sensitive teeth
  • Receding gums or longer appearing
Treatment
The main goal of treatment is to control the infection. The number and types of treatment will vary, depending on the extent of the gum disease. Any type of treatment requires that the patient keep up good daily care at home. The dentist may also suggest changing certain behaviors, such as quitting smoking, as a way to improve your treatment results.

Types of treatments can be:

  • Scaling, Root Planing and Polishing
  • Curettage
  • Gum reshaping: gingivoplasty
  • Removal of part of the gum: gingivectomy
  • Flap surgery
  • Soft tissue grafting
  • Bone grafting
  • Guided tissue regeneration

At The Dental Experience we believe in a minimally invasive approach, high standards of care and comfort and hence use Laser dentistry for gum related issues where needed. Lasers are highly precise and effective and allow us to carry out localized dental care where needed without damaging surrounding tissues.

Helpful Tips

You can keep your gums and teeth healthy by:

  • Brushing your teeth twice a day with a fluoride toothpaste.
  • Flossing regularly to remove plaque from between teeth. Or, you can use a device such as a special interdental brush or a “water flosser” recommended by a dental professional.
  • Visiting the dentist routinely for a check-up and professional cleaning.
  • Quitting smoking and chewing Tobacco.

You can also enroll in our Oral Hygiene Program

What Causes Dark Gums?

When you smile your gums are visible too. Color of gums plays a crucial role in aesthetics of a smile. Normal color of gums is coral pink.
Causes:
  • Smoking
  • Melanin
  • Medication
  • From certain metals
  • From old Amalgam restorations
Gingival Depigmentation Techniques?
At The Dental Experience we perform Laser depigmentation. This technique is minimally invasive and minimizes post treatment complications like pain, swelling and infection. Lasers cause less bleeding which improves visibility at the surgical site. After laser depigmentation, chances of relapse are less.

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Monday – Saturday 10:00 AM to 7:30 PM
Sunday Closed