Gum inflammation is a fairly common problem associated with various dental diseases. Gums can become inflamed for a variety of reasons. In some cases, inflammation leads to consequences that are irreversible. Therefore, do not treat this problem as something insignificant.
Sore gums - a signal that the human body works with impairments. Best in this case see a dentist. The examination will determine the causes of the disease and prescribe an effective treatment.
As a rule, gum inflammation begins with the appearance of blood in the saliva during brushing. In this case, the person does not feel pain. And if there is no pain, it is not necessary to go to the hospital. And in vain! Bleeding is the first sign that inflammation develops in the gums, which still does not manifest itself, but will manifest itself in the near future.
If you do not start treatment at this stage, then later the gum tissue will turn red and begin to peel off from the teeth. The result is a pocket in which leftover food will be cloggedand later microbes will appear in it.
At the next stage, the gums swell, pain appears. It seems to the patient that the teeth are loosened.
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Causes of Gum Tissue Inflammation
The source of infection that affects the gums lies in a soft plaque on the teeth. Bacteria contained in it provoke inflammation. But this is only one of the reasons. Most often, the person himself is to blame for the fact that his gums are inflamed. He simply does not brush his teeth or incorrectly selects a brush and toothpaste.
Tissues can also be inflamed for internal reasons. We are talking about systemic diseases. in humans. If the gum is inflamed, then in any case, it speaks of problems with the human immune system. Because of this, the body loses its ability to resist infection, and it begins to seize tissue.
When a doctor examines a patient with inflamed gums, he first suspects vitamin deficiency. The lack of minerals and vitamins in the body affects the condition of the teeth and gums.
Bad habits are another common cause of inflammation in the mouth. For example, smoking suppresses the protective functions of the body, dries the mucous membranes of the mouth, thereby opening the way for pathogenic bacteria.
Almost all pregnant women face with bleeding and swelling of the gums. This is due to hormonal changes in the body of a pregnant woman. But do not consider this the norm. In any case, gums should be treated, as complications may develop before the end of pregnancy.
Even medications can provoke inflammation in the oral cavity: contraceptives, nasal drops, medications to lower blood pressure, antidepressants, etc.
So, main causes of gum disease:
- Violation of the rules of hygiene or non-compliance.
- Stone on the teeth.
- Reduced immunity.
- Lack of vitamins and minerals.
- Internal illnesses.
- Smoking.
- Pregnancy.
- Take some medication.
What to do with inflammation of the gums?
First of all, you need to contact your dentist, or rather, to the periodontist. This specialist deals with the treatment of tissues in the periodontal area. These are all organs and tissues surrounding the tooth.
It is not recommended to self-medicate and misuse folk remedies. The fact is that all the organs and tissues in the periodontal area are closely connected with each other, so even a slight inflammation in the future can lead to loss of teeth.
Of course, you can contact your dentist, but after an examination, in any case, he will refer the patient for treatment to the periodontist.
Types of gum disease
A periodontist selects a treatment based on the type of inflammation and complexity.
The simplest inflammatory process is called periodontal disease. It manifests itself insignificant bleeding without pain. As a rule, with periodontal disease, dental calculus on the teeth is quite a bit. This ailment develops due to the fact that the load on the teeth is unevenly distributed.
Periodontal disease must be treated, otherwise over time go into severe formwhich will develop into periodontitis.
With periodontal disease well helps massage gums and a change in diet. The patient is advised to add nuts, vegetables and fruits to the daily menu.
Inflammation of the tissues in the periodontal area without appropriate treatment can lead to gingivitis. This disease is accompanied by bad breath, swelling of tissues and increased bleeding. The inflammatory process extends to tissues that directly support the teeth. That is, if you do not provide timely treatment, then teeth loose and there is a threat of their loss. Gingivitis is dangerous because the changes that occur in this disease, unlike periodontal disease, cannot be reversed. This disease is not cured in full.
How to get rid of inflammation?
First aid before consulting a specialist, each patient can provide himself. To do this, you need to start rinsing your mouth with antiseptic agents. This will slightly reduce the concentration of pathogenic microbes at the roots of the teeth. But it should be understood that this will not get rid of the problem. I.e, you can't do without visiting the doctor anyway.
If the inflammation is at the initial stage, then in the dental office the periodontist will first of all remove the tartar, since it is most often the source of bacteria. After that, anti-inflammatory therapy and preventive measures will be prescribed. This will be enough to eliminate the inflammatory process and eliminate relapse.
As a preventive measure is recommended:
- Change the diet in the direction of adding foods rich in calcium and vitamins.
- Start using dental floss.
- Regularly carry out professional teeth cleaning.
In acute inflammatory process, the patient feels pain. You can cope with it with the help of painkillers: Analgin, Tempalgin, Paracetamol. In parallel, you should proceed to rinsing the mouth with the following antiseptic agents:
- Furacilin.
- Miramistin.
- Chlorgesidine.
- Potassium permanganate
Also to relieve pain and relieve inflammation You can use the following drugs:
- Parodontotsid.
- Poliminerol.
- Maraslavin.
Use of antibiotics
If the inflammatory process is started, then without antibiotics it is often impossible to cope with it. In severe cases, treatment should be from penicillin antibiotics and physiotherapy procedures. Naturally, antibiotics can only be used as directed by the doctor, since only he can determine their effectiveness.
Antibiotics are almost always prescribed for periodontitis and other advanced inflammations. These drugs are very effective, however, their uncontrolled intake can lead to problems with the stomach and intestines, as well as cause an allergic reaction.
The use of folk remedies
Inflammation is well removed infusions and decoctions based on the following components:
- Sage and oak bark.
- Thyme
- Pharmacy Chamomile.
- Sweep away the Hypericum, oak bark and yarrow.
Preparing a decoction of the mixtures is quite simple. All components of the mixture are taken in equal proportions and 400 ml of boiling water are poured. The broth is further boiled over low heat for 5 minutes. Then he is allowed to infuse.
All decoctions are used as a means for rinsing the mouth and only after antiseptic treatment.
Use of ointments
Special ointments demonstrate excellent performance in the fight against gum disease. They act very quickly and locally. With the help of ointments, you can simultaneously anesthetize, eliminate the inflammatory process, fight against pathogenic bacteria. The best drugs are:
- Solcoseryl.
- Metrogil.
- Asset-active.
How to eliminate inflammation of the gums under the crown?
Gums under the crown inflamed quite often. The fact is that crowns are in contact with the gums, so there is a risk that food particles will fall into the space between the gum and the crown. It is enough to skip brushing your teeth a couple of times to get an inflammatory process. The longer the crown is worth the crown, the higher the chance of an inflammatory process. It is no coincidence that dentists indicate the service life of the crown. If he comes to the end it needs to be changed. To solve the problem with the help of regular rinsing of the mouth with antiseptics and brushing your teeth will not work.
If the gum under the crown is inflamed, then the problem can be solved only changing the crown and treating inflammation with ointments, antibiotics and antiseptics.
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