How to Treat Periodontitis

Periodontitis is an inflammation around the tooth that is often confused with gingivitis. Gingivitis is an early warning sign of periodontitis, a much more serious problem that may result in tooth loss if left untreated. Periodontitis is marked by teeth appearing longer as the gums recede, with teeth not appearing to fit next to each other. You may also have bad breath and experience bleeding when you brush.

Things You'll Need

• Dental Exam
• Tooth Brush
• Dental Floss
• Alcohol-based Mouthwash
• Oral Irrigator

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Instructions

• 1

  Get your teeth cleaned and talk to dentist to properly diagnosis the problem. Have your teeth scaled to remove tartar buildup.

• 2

  Brush twice daily to stop plaque accumulation in your mouth.

• 3

  Floss at least once a day to remove tartar build up near your gums and between your teeth.

• 4

  Use an alcohol-based mouthwash after flossing to irrigate the mouth of bacteria under the gums and to help reduce bleeding.

• 5

  Consider switching from a normal tooth brush to an oral irrigator such as Oral Breeze, which brushes then irrigates tartar and bacteria away from the teeth and gums.

• 6

  Extreme cases may require surgery as recommended by a professional dentist.