Periodontal disease affects a large array of individuals. This type of oral condition can prove to be very uncomfortable and at times painful when left untreated. Periodontal Disease is caused by many factors including poor oral health, tooth decay, and bacteria and plaque formation. The most common symptoms of periodontal disease consist of:
- Gums that frequently bleed
- Red or swollen gums
- Persistent bad breath
- Receding gums
It’s painful. And sometimes a dental appointment isn’t readily available. So, what do you do to ease the pain? Here are some at-home remedies that may be used to ease some of the pain:
Regular brushing. Brushing your teeth on a regular basis is one of the biggest lines of defense against periodontal disease in the first place. Bacteria that sit on your teeth after long periods of time create havoc on your gums.
Flossing. Floss regularly to clean the spaces between your teeth in which brushing cannot reach. If you don’t remove plaque buildup found between your teeth, it hardens into something known as tartar, which requires a more extensive form of cleaning.
Rinsing. After brushing and flossing, rinse your mouth with an antibacterial mouthwash that helps destroy bacteria left over by the prior two forms of cleaning.
If you find your mouth to be in pain due to the swelling of the gums, try a lifestyle change. Reducing stress helps your oral health because your immune system is less compromised when you’re relaxed. For immediate care, try a sea salt solution. Using water infused with salt draws out infection in your swollen gums.
But there will be times when at-home treatments just will not work. These are the times we need to seek out professional help. Dr. Yamada emphasizes the importance of treating periodontal disease in order to prevent dental problems such as permanent tooth loss. And here are the 3 main aspects to treating periodontal disease:
Prompt Treatment. Dr. Yamada will evaluate your periodontal health and determine what treatment option is ideal for your specific condition. Depending on the severity of your condition, a variety of procedures are used to treat periodontal disease.
Proper Home Care. Proper oral health care is essential in treating and preventing periodontal disease. This includes thoroughly brushing teeth after every meal, flossing after every meal, and using mouth rinse to kill of bacteria and remove plaque.
Regular Dental Visits. Routine visits with Dr. Yamada will ensure that your periodontal health is maintained to avoid any dental problems.
If you have questions or concerns regarding periodontal disease, contact Dr. Anthony Yamada DDS at 310-546-2595 to schedule a consultation today. Or visit www.anthonyyamadadds.com for additional information.
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