Periodontics in Panama: Gum Disease, Gingivitis, and Periodontitis Treatment
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What Is Periodontics?
Periodontics is the dental specialty that cares for the gums, bone, and tissues that support the teeth. Its goal is to prevent and treat conditions such as gingivitis, periodontitis, bleeding gums, receding gums, and loss of dental support.
Periodontics in Panama focuses on preventing, diagnosing, and treating diseases of the gums and the bone that supports the teeth, such as gingivitis and periodontitis. At Dental One, we evaluate your gums, control inflammation, and design a periodontal treatment plan based on your oral health needs.
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Dental One is one of the most respected dental clinics in Panama, known for its excellent use of modern equipment and techniques, as well as exceptional quality of patient care. It is not only the fact that the treatments are performed with great skill, but also with technical precision by a specialized team constantly trained in the latest technologies available in modern dentistry.
Dental One is dedicated to providing the best treatment to those patients who suffer from periodontal problems, which are conditions in the gum and/or supporting bone. Periodontology is the branch of dentistry that is responsible for the care and treatment of the supporting tissues of the teeth, such as the bone and gum.
Our goal is to help our patients maintain optimal oral health through the necessary information, timely treatment and preventive care.
Our Periodontist in Panama have and range from non-surgical therapies to maintenance techniques and surgical procedures such as bone and/or gingival grafts, as well as guided tissue regeneration with platelet and membrane sedimentation techniques.
We would like to explain some of the causes of periodontal disease and the steps you can take to prevent the onset of this condition.
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When Should You See a Periodontist?
You should schedule a periodontal evaluation if you notice any of these symptoms:
- Gums that bleed when brushing or flossing.
- Red, swollen, or sensitive gums.
- Persistent bad breath.
- Receding gums or teeth that look longer.
- Loose teeth.
- Pain or discomfort when chewing.
- Tartar buildup near the gumline.
- Pus or a bad taste in the mouth.
These signs may indicate gingivitis, periodontitis, or another periodontal disease that requires professional evaluation.
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Periodontal Procedures
Most general dentists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of periodontal disease in early stages; however, severe or complex cases should be referred to a Periodontist, who is a dentist with additional training and experience in periodontal procedures.
Minor to moderate cases of periodontal disease are often treated with minimally invasive or non-surgical procedures such as scaling and root planing, where hand instruments are used to thoroughly clean the teeth below the gum line.
If periodontal disease has progressed to the point where the gum is no longer attached to the tooth surface, minor surgery may be required to treat these “pockets” that form. During a pocket reduction procedure, the Periodontist opens a small flap in the gum to remove infected tissue so that, during the healing process, healthy tissue can attach to the teeth.
In advanced stages of periodontal disease, a loss of the supporting bone of the teeth is usually observed and, if left untreated, can lead to the loss of a tooth, even if it is free of caries. It is possible to stop and even reverse the damage, in most cases, with procedures such as bone or gum grafts and treatments that stimulate tissue regeneration.
Other periodontal procedures
Dental One offers a wide range of periodontal treatments in addition to those we discussed above, for example:
1. Gingival graft or gum graft: this procedure seeks to correct receding gums by covering back the roots, reducing tooth sensitivity and protecting against cavities and preventing the increase in gum recessions.
2. Crown lengthening surgery: modifies the shape of the gum and sometimes also the bone tissue, to change the appearance of a “gummy smile,” to create healthy relationships between teeth, gums and bone, as well as to facilitate oral rehabilitation processes.
Frequently Asked Questions About Periodontics in Panama
You should visit a periodontist if you have bleeding gums, inflammation, persistent bad breath, receding gums, loose teeth, or tartar buildup. These symptoms may indicate gingivitis or periodontitis.
Gingivitis is an early inflammation of the gums and is usually reversible when treated on time. Periodontitis is a more advanced disease that can affect the bone that supports the teeth.
A periodontist can perform deep cleanings, scaling and root planing, periodontal maintenance, gum grafts, bone grafts, periodontal surgery, and treatments to control gum infections.
No. Healthy gums should not bleed frequently. If you notice bleeding when brushing or flossing, it is recommended to schedule a periodontal evaluation.
Yes. If left untreated, periodontitis can damage the bone and tissues that support the teeth, increasing the risk of tooth mobility and tooth loss.
