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TREATING PYORRHEAThe first step in treating pyorrhea is getting it diagnosed by a dentist. Pyorrhea is the advanced stage of periodontal disease; therefore, many of the symptoms are mirrored. The early symptoms of pyorrhea are similar to the early symptoms of gingivitis. Affected gums are those that appear shiny and have a bright red or a red-purple tint to them. The gums will also bleed easily, be swollen, and tender when touched. Pyorrhea is also painless; therefore, there are no symptoms of pain which indicates that something is wrong. Early signs of pyorrhea including gingivitis and periodontal disease are normally detected by a dentist. Treatments are effective if the disease is caught early. Early detection requires routine dental check-ups and cleanings as well as daily oral hygiene at home. The most prevalent cause of gingivitis, periodontal disease, and pyorrhea is the result of plaque build-up on the teeth and gums. Plaque has the ability to build-up on the teeth and gums as quickly as four hours after brushing and most of us typically go longer than four hours between brushing. That is why it is very important to brush the teeth after every meal, floss the teeth daily, and maintain routine dental check-ups and cleanings. If pyorrhea is detected early, non-invasive treatment options can be discussed; however, if left untreated the treatment options will become more invasive and the pyorrhea will be more complicated to treat. An early diagnosis of pyorrhea may result in a non-surgical procedure referred to as scaling and root planning. Scaling and root planning allows the dentist to remove the plaque and tartar from the pockets that have formed between the teeth and gums. Removing the plaque and tartar allows for the root surfaces to be cleaned and the root of the tooth is able to be smoothed out in order to remove any bacteria that may remain. This allows for the healthy gums to grow back up and around the tooth and the roots of the tooth. Treating severe cases of pyorrhea requires more invasive measures. Most severe cases of pyorrhea can be treated with surgery. The four most common surgical treatments to treat pyorrhea include:
A crown lengthening procedure is advised when the teeth are covered with excessive gum tissue and the gum tissue is reshaped in order to expose the natural tooth. When the bones of the teeth are destroyed a regenerative procedure will be recommended. This procedure regenerates the lost tissue and lost bone that supports the tooth. A soft tissue graft covers the exposed roots and/or developing gum tissue if there is no gum tissue at the damaged site. A pocket reduction procedure allows the dentist to fold back the gum tissue and remove the disease causing bacteria. When the bacteria is removed the gum tissue is secured back into place. It is important to practice good oral hygiene in order to prevent costly and invasive dental procedures.
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