Periodontology is the main branch of science dealing with the tissues surrounding the teeth, inflammatory diseases and their treatment.

Periodontitis is an inflammatory disease characterized by the destruction of teeth and tooth-supporting tissues (periodontal ligament, cementum, alveolar bone). Gingivitis has progressed to the alveolar bone (jaw bone). The main cause of periodontitis is bacterial plaque and can be treated mechanically.

However, genetic, environmental and systemic factors can also contribute to the disease. Systemic factors include diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, epilepsy, Down syndrome, AIDS and blood diseases. The first symptom of periodontal diseases, which are common in the society, is bleeding in the gums. The gums are red, swollen and shiny. These symptoms are often accompanied by bad breath, itching and bleeding sensation in the gums and sensitivity in the teeth. Periodontal diseases can affect people of all ages from childhood to old age with different severity. Most of the time, since the patient has no complaints such as pain, it can progress without symptoms. When the patient complains, solid, decay-free teeth are lost by shaking due to loss of supportive tissues.

Treatment Methods

The main aim of periodontal treatment is to keep unhealthy teeth in the mouth, which seems hopeless. Different treatment methods are applied according to the type and severity of the disease. These can be simply summarized as oral hygiene education, scaling, root surface smoothing, regenerative, reconstructive and mucogingival operations. At the same time, providing gingival aesthetics for individuals with a high smile line is also within the scope of periodontal treatment. The type and severity of the disease, the patient’s habits and cooperation with the physician, the standard of oral hygiene directly affect the treatment planning and success. Periodontal treatment is a dental service with the highest rate of patient satisfaction and definite results when early diagnosis and necessary interventions are made. It should not be forgotten that no restorative treatment can be applied to periodontally unhealthy teeth.