can u keep gingivitis or periodontal disease under control or are u pretty much doomed to lose ur teeth?

Question

i dont have any pockets or anything i think i just have gingivitis my gums bleed when i brush them( just around my bottom teeth) but my gums seem to have receded a bit, im not sure tho..but is there any hope for me to keep my teeth as i just had dental implants and bone grafting to my upper jaw..

Answer 1

Gingivitis is an inflammation or infection of the gums which can be healed. It is caused by build up, soft sticky plaque which then turns into hard tartar (also called calculus). Daily brushing 2-3 times daily for 2 minutes with a soft toothbrush, flossing and a rinse can help keep the gingivitis from occuring. However, you do need regular dental cleanings as you can remove the plaque but once the tartar has hardened you cannot remove it and it will be a constant source of trouble until it is removed. If gingivitis is present it will eventually progress and turn into periodontal disease which is a bone disease that causes you to lose the supporting bone around your teeth. This is what causes tooth loss in the more advanced stages. If you are seeing your dental professional on a regular basis and doing all you can with homecare there is really no reason for anyone to expect to lose their teeth in their lifetime. Your recession may have been caused by brushing too hard, using a brush that is too hard, having braces at one point, or the way that the tooth is positioned in your mouth and may have no connection to the gingivitis. If you were sure you had periodontal disease then I might say they are related, but it doesn't sound like it.
Good luck and take good care of your implants!
JAMRDH - a dental hygienist

Answer 2

The problem that you're having is that you think you can control gingivitis just by brushing. It's not how many times you brush...it's how you brush. If you brush softly with a soft bristle tooth-brush in a circular motion towards the gum line you should be on the right track at least. Now, a reason that your gums could be receeding is that you do not brush that way. You have a medium or hard bristle tooth-brush and your technique is off. When you brush back and forth you irritate your gums and thus causing it to receed. There is nothing that can be done about your gums receeding but you can start brushing right. You can buy an Oral B tooth-brush (the electronic ones) and just glide it from tooth to tooth and not worry about having to do circles cause it already turns. Try that out. As far as gingivitis...floss more. It can also be a hormonal imbalance. I get patients all the time with good teeth but has gingivitis cause they're pregnant or whatever the case may be. So it's all up to you. Brush and floss only the teeth you want to keep... :) Service with a smile

Answer 3

When a patient has a diagnosis of periodontal disease There's a specialist Dentist called "Periodontists" that's the best options for a treatment.

Answer 4

if your gum bleed when you brush it is gingivitis and you should see your dentist and get it under control. If left untreated you can lose your teeth.

Answer 5

You just spent a ton of cash on your mouth....go to the dentist...they can definately help you. Follow their treatment faithfully. Don't waste any time...go soon!

Peace be with you!

Answer 6

This should be addressed to your dentist to prevent further damage.Early intervention is always best when dealing with any issues concerning your preciousness.

Answer 7

There are prescription mouthwash and toothepastes u can get from your hygienist. If u can u should try flossing more but not too hard lol.

Answer 8

yes. there are treatments ask your dentist.