Gingivitis and periodontitis are two of the most common oral health conditions among the population..
These affect the tissues that support the teeth., that is to say, gums mostly. In severe cases it can damage the jaw bone..
In this blog, Today we tell you their differences, ways to prevent them and the first symptoms.
Symptoms
The first symptoms of gingivitis are usually bleeding gums., since these do not do it normally. Its cause lies in the accumulation of bacteria in plaque., causing inflammation and bleeding in the gums, as mentioned.
On the other hand, Some signs in relation to periodontitis are pain when chewing, or have greater sensitivity. Another warning sign is bad breath., o halitosis, since the bacteria associated with this pathology release a bad odor.
Main differences
The big difference between both oral diseases is that gingivitis does not affect the periodontal ligaments., but nevertheless, periodontitis does.
Their treatment also differs. While periodontitis is more complicated to treat, In very extreme cases, it becomes irreversible., Gingivitis can be improved through rigorous oral hygiene.
On the other hand, The ages at which it usually affects also change. Gingivitis usually affects a predominantly young population.. Periodontitis is common among adults.
3 tips to prevent them
Proper hygiene: The main thing to avoid this type of oral diseases is to maintain adequate daily hygiene, brushing after every meal and flossing or rinsing, to complement the routine.
Avoid tobacco consumption, alcoholic beverages and sugary soft drinks: The intake of these types of foods and harmful substances should be avoided to maintain good general health.
Hydration: drink a lot of water. So, you will keep your mouth and gums moist by stimulating saliva production.
If you want a consultation with experts in dentistry, to give you a personalized diagnosis appropriate to your needs, don't forget to go to clinical Microdental.
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