Periodontist in Dubai

Statistics show that with age, the number of people with gum diseases increases. Up to 80-90% of individuals over the age of 40 suffer from them. AESTHETE Dental Clinic offers assistance in the treatment of gingivitis, periodontitis, and periodontosis.

What is Periodontology?

Periodontology is a branch of dentistry that specializes in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of diseases affecting the periodontal tissues. These include the gums, periodontal ligament, cementum of the tooth root, and alveolar bone. Common diseases dealt with by a periodontist include gingivitis, periodontitis, and periodontosis.

The main cause of periodontal issues is bacterial plaque. Initially soft, it can harden into tartar due to improper or insufficient oral hygiene. This leads to inflammation, damage to the tooth-gum junction, and bone tissue destruction.

Diagnosis of periodontal diseases includes:

• Inspection
• Probing of periodontal pockets
• X-rays.

Treatment involves a comprehensive approach combining conservative and surgical methods. A dentist may recommend professional hygiene and medication, and in severe cases, scaling or flap surgery may be necessary.

Special attention is given to prevention, including proper hygiene education, selection of individual care products, and regular check-ups.

Timely visits to a periodontist help preserve teeth and prevent serious complications. Modern techniques make treatment effective and comfortable for the patient. It is important to understand that periodontal health directly affects the health of the entire body, so prevention should not be neglected.

Diseases

Among the conditions affecting the gums, three diseases stand out, varying in course and consequences.

1. Gingivitis is an initial stage of inflammation, affecting only the gum tissue. Characteristic signs include redness, swelling, and bleeding gums during brushing. The cause is the accumulation of microbial plaque at the base of the teeth. Timely consultation with a dentist and improved hygiene can resolve the issue without negative consequences.
2. Periodontitis is a progressive form of inflammation that affects all structures of the periodontium. The key feature is the formation of pockets where bacterial plaque and food particles accumulate, leading to the destruction of tooth ligaments and bone tissue. In later stages, tooth mobility occurs, and pus may be discharged. Comprehensive treatment is required: professional cleaning, medication therapy, and sometimes surgical intervention.
3. Periodontosis is less common and has a non-inflammatory nature. It is characterized by systemic dystrophy of the periodontal tissues with uniform bone loss. It progresses slowly without pronounced symptoms, which complicates early diagnosis. Treatment focuses on stabilizing the process, involving physiotherapy, medications, and orthopedic methods.