Specialists in gum treatment in Bilbao
What is periodontitis?
The periodonce is the specialty of dentistry dedicated to preventing, diagnosing and treating diseases that affect tissues that support teeth: gums, root cement and alveolar bone.
The origin of these problems is usually bacterial. When tartar and plaque build up below the gum line, they cause an infection that, if not treated in time, destroys the tooth support.
In ODONTOFAMILY Bilbao, we understand that gum bleeding is not normal. We offer accurate diagnoses and personalized treatments to stop the advance of the infection and ensure your oral health in the long term.
Periodontics specialist
Key differences: Gingivitis vs. Periodontitis
It is essential to distinguish at what stage your gingival health is in order to apply the right treatment:
Gingivitis in Bilbao
The gingivitis is superficial inflammation of the gums. It is characterized by redness and bleeding brushing your teeth, flossing, or even chewing hard foods.
- Cause: Accumulation of bacterial plaque and tartar.
- Forecast: It is reversible. With professional cleaning and improving hygiene at home, the gum is again healthy without sequelae.
Periodontitis in Bilbao
If gingivitis is not treated, it evolves to periodontitis (commonly known as pyorrhea) Here the infection penetrates under the gum, forming “periodontal bags” and destroying the bone that holds the tooth.
- Consequences: Gum retraction, dental mobility and finally tooth loss.
- Treatment: It requires immediate professional intervention (curing or surgery) to stop bone loss.
How do I know if I need a periodontic treatment?
Pain does not always appear at the beginning. You should go to our dental clinic in Bilbao if you detect any of these warning signs:
- Common bleeding: By brushing you or spontaneously.
- Constant breath sickness (Halitosis): That doesn't disappear after brushing.
- Gums withdrawn: Teeth look “longer” than normal.
- Dental mobility: Feeling that some tooth is moving or has moved.
- Black spaces: The appearance of dark triangles between the teeth.
- Dental sensitivity: Especially the cold, because of the exposed root.
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Important note: Periodontitis is a silent disease. Do not wait to feel pain to visit us.
Periodontics treatment in Bilbao
In ODONTOFAMILY we not only clean teeth; we treat the disease from the root to preserve them.
Dental or scraping and root straightening
It is the standard treatment for periodontitis. Unlike normal cleaning, curing is done under local anesthesia and consists of thoroughly cleaning bacteria accumulated under the gum (in periodontal bags) and smoothing the root of the tooth. This allows the gum to deflate and reattach to the clean tooth.
Periodontal and regenerative surgery
In cases where the disease is very advanced and the bags are very deep, we perform microsurgery to access the root of the tooth, clean the infection and, if possible, apply techniques to regenerate lost bone and tissues.
Gum graft for gingival retraction
If your gums have retracted leaving the root exposed (which causes sensitivity and aesthetic problems), we perform gum micrografts. We take a small portion of tissue (usually from the palate) to cover the root, protecting the tooth and improving the aesthetics of your smile.
Periodontal Maintenance
Periodontitis is a chronic disease, such as diabetes. Once the infection is controlled, it is vital to enter into a maintenance program. In ODONTOFAMILY we schedule periodic reviews (every 4 or 6 months) to avoid reactivations of the disease.
Periodontitis and general health: Why is it dangerous not to treat it?
The health of your mouth affects your entire body. There is solid scientific evidence that links untreated periodontal disease to serious systemic problems:
- Diabetes: Periodontitis makes it difficult to control blood sugar, and diabetes worsens gum health.
- Cardiovascular diseases: Oral bacteria can pass into the bloodstream and increase the risk of heart problems.
- Pregnancy: It increases the risk of premature delivery and low birth weight.
Frequently Asked Questions
Tooth curettage hurts?
No. The treatment of root scraping and straightening is always done under local anesthesia, so you will not feel pain during the procedure. Upon passing the effect, you may notice a slight sensitivity that recurs in a few days.
What is the difference between a cleaning and a periodontal treatment?
Dental cleaning (prophylaxis) eliminates tartar supragingival The periodontal treatment eliminates tartar subgingival If you have periodontitis, a normal cleansing is insufficient and even counterproductive, as it “closing” the gum leaving the infection inside.
Is periodontitis contagious?
Technically, pathogenic bacteria can be transmitted through saliva (kissing, sharing covered). However, to develop the disease, the recipient must be susceptible (genetics, smoking, poor hygiene). We recommend checking the couple if one of the two has aggressive periodontitis.
I smoke tobacco, can I get my treatment?
Yes, and it is urgent that you do. Tobacco is the biggest risk factor for periodontitis. Also, tobacco “camouflates” bleeding, so many smokers do not realize the disease until the teeth move.
