ZAHNFLEISCHBLUTEN – EINE VOLKSKRANKHEIT

Es gibt nur sehr wenige Erwachsene mit nicht blutendem Zahnfleisch: Laut Statistik haben 90% der erwachsenen Bevölkerung Zahnfleischbluten in mindestens einem kleinen Bereich und mindestens 20% leiden an schweren Parodontalerkrankungen, einschließlich Knochenzerstörung und Zahnverfall.

The most important thing is to pay more attention to thorough dental hygiene. It is especially important that those affected do not think that they do not use the toothbrush at the bleeding site to protect the affected area, as it is of utmost importance to clean properly especially at the site of the inflammation. Only then the plaque can be eliminated, in which bacteria have multiplied and that leads to inflammation and to bleeding gums. If that does not happen, the situation gets worse.
In addition to regular brushing, mouthwashes can be of great benefit. In addition, it is important to use toothbrushes and other teeth cleaning tools and to have tartar removed on a regular basis, preferably every six months. In severe caries, this should always be the first step in the treatment of bleeding gums. Anti-gingivitis drugs are only needed if justified, especially for patients having a weaker immune system.
There are some toothpastes that can squeeze the gum capillaries so they do not bleed. However, it only obscures the symptoms and does not eliminate gingivitis.
One must be aware that untreated periodontal disease can lead to the loss of teeth. Also, one should know that the problem can most likely be remedied by dealing with it at an early stage. For this you should use a soft toothbrush. It is also very important to care for tooth gaps with intraoral toothbrush or floss.
Sugar is definitely one of the main causes of these symptoms you should clean your teeth at least 30 minutes after eating sugar products, or at least use mouthwash with natural ingredients.

When the oral hygiene is being restored in time, bleeding gums can be completely eliminated.
Proper oral hygiene can also prevent bleeding gums. Therefore, it is important to clean the teeth and gaps regularly.
If the problem persists after sufficient oral hygiene, a specialist should be consulted. Also in the following cases you should see a doctor:
– If the bleeding does not stop despite sufficient oral hygiene
– If you feel chronic pain at the same time
– If the gums are swollen or have unhealthy coverings on top of them
– In case of bad breath despite proper care
– In case of other concomitant symptoms, such as fever
An antibiotic cure could also be needed to eliminate the inflammation, which is also prescribed by the dentist.

If the remedies described above do not help, periodontal treatment may be necessary. In such cases, the problem is usually so great that in addition to the bleeding the teeth reach an unnatural mobility. In such cases you should definitely visit a periodontal specialist to save the teeth, if possible.
Every periodontal treatment begins with a thorough cleaning of the teeth. The next step is the so-called periodontal deep cleaning, the specialist inserts a very thin brush between the tooth and the gum to also be able to clean that otherwise inaccessible area and eliminate the bacteria there. This procedure is also called closed curettage. In the open curettage even cuts on the palate are made in order to reach the affected areas better. That is already a periodontal surgery. If the teeth are at this stage, the outcome is very questionable, often these operations must be repeated several times and even then the life prognosis of the teeth is uncertain and the patient must expect to lose these teeth sooner or later. In any case, the specialist can give an honest assessment of the extent to which it makes sense to treat the teeth periodontally and what life expectancy can be thought of. It’s best not to let it go that far, so thoroughly brush your teeth, at least twice a day, including flossing, after each meal, when you consume sugar, and go twice a year for professional teeth cleaning.

You should act quickly if the problems described apply to you. Contact us without any obligation or come to a non-binding dental check for an accurate and detailed expert opinion on the condition of your teeth.