Periodontitis - Family History is an Important Factor - Safeguard Your Family'

[Jane Tilly]

History - The periodontal history of a patient should be a key
consideration for doctors and patients alike when considering oral
hygiene, procedure and treatments recommendations. Periodontal history
will also have a leading role when it comes to infection diagnosis.
What is Periodontitis exactly? - Periodontitis refers to inflammation
of alveolar bone also known as jaw bone, teeth and surrounding areas
also known as the Periodontium area. A characteristic of the infection
is teeth and bone separation.
Causes - The number one cause of gum disease is bacteria and enzymes
produced by plaque underneath the gum line and on teeth. The plaque
build-up is caused by a lack of proper oral hygiene.
Contributors - AIDS, Diabetes, tobacco and genes have been identified
as possible factors contributing to the development and severity of
the disease.
Available treatments - The severity of infection will determine
treatment. Whatever the choice of treatment it should control current
outbreak, prevent spread and recurrence. Treatment should be started
at home by merely preventing bacteria accumulation, by applying
proper, daily oral hygiene regime, brushing and flossing as per
dentist recommendation and by visit your dentist twice yearly. A
proper teeth cleaning by an oral hygienist is also highly recommended.
In other words prevention is the best cure for gum disease.
Natural treatment options - Super effective and inexpensive natural
remedies for treatment of gum diseases including Periodontitis can be
found in your garden or kitchen, not only treating but also ultimately
curing infection. Tea tree oil reigns supreme as gum infection
treatment. Rub a small amount of oil on inflamed area, mornings and
evenings before sleep.
Dentists advice - Please seek your dentists' advice as soon as any
sign or symptom of Periodontitis appears or should infection worsen.
Your dentist will accurately diagnose the infection and prescribe a
suitable treatment. Next: Learn what you can do from home to help stop
the progression of gum disease and what you can do to keep it from
coming back. Follow the links below for more information.