Periodontal disease requires a strong team!
At PLUS1, we have experienced dental hygienists and dentists who specialize in periodontal disease.
They are ready to welcome you and give you the best treatment.
Slow down the development of periodontal disease
A study from the Danish Dental Association shows that around 40% of adult Danes over the age of 35 suffer from some form of periodontal disease. The prevalence of the disease increases with age, and among people over 65, up to 70% suffer from some degree of periodontal disease.
Slow down the development of periodontal disease
Advanced periodontal disease can cause loose teeth. If you walk around with untreated periodontal disease for many years, you will slowly start to lose your teeth.
Therefore, it is important to note that regular dental visits and good oral hygiene can reduce the risk of developing periodontal disease and limit its progression in those already affected.
Do I have periodontal disease?
You can't always see or feel the symptoms, which is why many people walk around with untreated periodontal disease. You can think of the inflammation as a hidden wound in your mouth.
You should be aware of soreness and bleeding the next time you brush your teeth or clean your interdental spaces. This could be a sign of periodontal disease. Other signs of periodontal disease include:
- Bad breath
- Gums that have receded
- Sore and loose teeth or teeth that have moved in the row.
Why does periodontal disease occur?
Your oral hygiene is a crucial factor in preventing periodontal disease. That's why it's important that you brush your teeth properly and floss or use interdental brushes daily.
Bacteria settle along the gums and cause gingivitis. If left untreated, gingivitis can develop into periodontitis.
Is periodontal disease hereditary?
Even if you have good oral hygiene and are diligent about cleaning your teeth, you can still be affected by periodontal disease. Some people are genetically predisposed to develop the disease. In addition, if you have diabetes or are a smoker, for example, you are at particular risk of developing periodontal disease.
Slow down the development of periodontal disease
The most important part of periodontal treatment is your own effort and personal oral hygiene. If you have any doubts, make sure you get thorough instruction from us.
In addition, it's important that you get a root canal approximately every 3 months. A root canal reaches into the deep pockets of the gums and the dentist or hygienist removes tartar and bacterial deposits on tooth crowns and root surfaces in the recessed pockets.
A surgical periodontal treatment may also be necessary, where the dentist removes some of your gums to make the gum pockets more accessible so they can be thoroughly cleaned.
Can periodontal disease go away?
If you get treatment for your periodontal disease, the gums can become healthy again, but the supporting tissue of the tooth cannot be restored. Therefore, in some cases, loose teeth may become less loose and the recessed pockets may become less deep. Otherwise, the aim is to keep the disease stable. However, you need to take an active role by cleaning your mouth thoroughly every day.
Brushing can't stand alone, so it's important to floss or use interdental brushes at least once a day.
It's normal to experience soreness and bleeding from the gums at first. This is a sign that the build-up of bacteria and plaque from the inflamed gums has been removed and healing is underway. Gum soreness and bleeding will subside within 1-2 weeks, but if you experience persistent bleeding, you should seek advice and guidance from us.
What does periodontal treatment cost?
The price of periodontal treatment is regulated by the government. The price is therefore the same at all dentists in Denmark. The price depends on how many teeth need to be cleaned due to periodontal disease.