November 2, 2008

Diagnosis Treatment Prevention of periodontitis

Diagnosis:
As you can see, periodontitis must be taken seriously. Fortunately, it is relatively easy to diagnose. First, X-rays to determine bone loss. Then, thanks to the survey peridentaire, we can see the deep pockets to assess the stage of disease progression. The index reflects the bleeding and inflammation indicates the degree of disease activity. Finally, it may happen that old fillings overflowing and hinder the passage of dental floss. They must be corrected to avoid the accumulation of plaque.
Treatment:
There are different treatment of periodontitis, by surgical or non-surgical. Since each case is different, the best way to understand the advantages and disadvantages of each is to discuss with his dentist. Whatever the chosen treatment, its long-term success depends entirely on maintenance will be done thereafter. Studies have shown that impeccable hygiene and good scaling every three months provide the best prognosis.
Prevention:
It is still prevention, which surpasses the best treatment. In 90% of cases, periodontitis could have been avoided with the following recipe is simple: good brushings sessions (en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Prognosis) twice a day, a passage dedicated to floss every day and two cleanings a year at the dentist. This is the magic formula to save many miseries and save as.

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