Preventing Gum Disease :

Gum disease, also known as periodontal disease, is a common oral health condition caused by bacterial infection. Neglecting gum care can lead to the accumulation of plaque and tartar, which can irritate and inflame the gums. This initial stage of gum disease is called gingivitis and is characterized by symptoms like redness, swelling, and bleeding gums. Without proper care, gingivitis can progress to periodontitis, causing gum recession, bone loss, and eventually tooth loss. Regular gum care can help prevent gum disease and its associated complications.

Maintaining Fresh Breath :

Unhealthy gums can contribute to bad breath. When gums are infected or inflamed, bacteria thrive in the oral cavity, releasing foul-smelling gases that cause bad breath. By practicing proper gum care, you can eliminate harmful bacteria, improve gum health, and maintain fresh breath.

Preserving Your Smile :

Healthy gums provide a stable foundation for your teeth. They hold your teeth in place, preventing them from becoming loose or falling out. By taking care of your gums, you can ensure the longevity of your teeth and preserve your beautiful smile.

Common Gum Problems:

Gum Inflammation :

Gum inflammation, known as gingivitis, is characterized by red, swollen, and tender gums. It is primarily caused by poor oral hygiene and the build-up of plaque and tartar. Gingivitis can be reversed with proper oral care and regular professional cleanings.

Gum Recession :

Gum recession occurs when the gum tissue surrounding the teeth wears away or pulls back, exposing the tooth roots. It can be caused by aggressive brushing, periodontal disease, or genetic factors. Gum recession can lead to tooth sensitivity and an increased risk of cavities. Advanced cases may require gum grafting procedures to restore the gum line.

Gum Infection :

When gum disease progresses to periodontitis, it can result in a gum infection. This infection can cause damage to the bone and connective tissues supporting the teeth, leading to tooth loss if left untreated. Seeking prompt treatment is crucial to prevent further complications.

Tips for Effective Gum Care :

Brush and Floss Regularly :

Proper brushing and flossing are essential for maintaining healthy gums. Brush your teeth at least twice a day using a soft-bristled toothbrush and fluoride toothpaste. Additionally, floss daily to remove plaque and food particles from between the teeth and along the gum line.

Use Mouthwash :

Incorporate an antibacterial mouthwash into your oral hygiene routine. Mouthwash can reach areas that a toothbrush and floss might miss, reducing the bacterial load in your mouth and promoting gum health. Look for a mouthwash that is specifically formulated for gum care.

Practice Gentle Brushing :

Avoid aggressive brushing as it can harm your gums. Instead, use gentle, circular motions to clean the teeth.

What Is Teeth Cleaning ?

Dental health is an important part of your general health. Whatever your age, you should have healthy teeth. Good dental care can help you keep your teeth healthy for a lifetime. The teeth cleaning is known as scaling. Scaling is one such procedure that keeps your gums healthy and firm. It is a procedure used to remove infected deposits like plaque, calculus and stains from the tooth surfaces. Such deposits, if not removed by scaling, it may cause infection and loosening of the gums, ultimately leading to tooth loss. Scaling is a safe and routine procedure at Zaara dentistry and does not damage the tooth surface in any way.

Why Scaling Is Done ?

Scaling is done to remove calculus (or) tartar that may develop even with careful brushing and flossing. Scaling is a common non-surgical treatment for removal of infected deposits – tartar or calculus, from the tooth surface. These deposits if not removed, it may lead to development of periodontal disease. In periodontal disease, the pocket between the tooth and gum begins to deepen. This provides an environment for anaerobic bacteria to grow. The bacteria begin to multiply rapidly and infect more of the gum and start dissolving the bone supporting the tooth. This process will progressively result in tooth loss. In order to avoid this destructive process, tooth scaling is done initially to maintain the health of periodontal tissues. Gum care treatment in Madurai at Zaara dental is of very advanced and most innovative approach in India.

How Scaling Is Done ?

Scaling is usually done with the help of ultrasonic scalars. These scalars are designed with a hand piece to which a variety of tips can be attached depending on the need. The tip of the device vibrates at a very fast rate and removes the tartar and stains from the outer surface of the tooth. At Zaara we have the most advanced ultrasonic scalars which can give you a pain free cleaning.

Does Scaling Damage My Teeth ?

Many people commonly think that doing scaling will damage their teeth and usually they don’t prefer to do scaling. This kind of thoughts is completely a myth. Actually scaling improves the health of your periodontal tissues and prolongs the efficiency of your tooth.

How Frequently Scaling Should Be Done ?

Plaque formation on the teeth is a continuous process. If this is not removed by brushing it starts mineralizing into tartar within 10-14 hours. The frequency of calculus formation varies from person to person. So, the golden rule is to have a routine dental check up every 6 months. Your dentist will be able to advise you whether you need scaling or not. He will also advise you on the further steps to be taken to maintain healthy teeth. It must be emphasized again that scaling of teeth does not weaken them but prevents gum diseases and if not checked it may lead to more serious and extensive periodontal issues.

What Is The Benefit Of Doing Scaling ?

Maintaining a good oral hygiene is definitely needed and it can prevent the development of other oral related problems. Moreover, the mouth is the gateway to the whole body. A healthy mouth ensures a healthy body to a great extent.

What Is Root Planing ?

Root planning is part of Gum care treatment .It is mostly done in patients with chronic periodontal problems. During the procedure, a dentist cleans deep below the gums to remove plaque and tartar build-ups on the roots of teeth where the bones are affected by the infection. Planing involves the complete removal of cementum, which is the calcified film that covers a tooth’s root.

Is Root Planing Painful ?

No, you will not feel any pain during a deep cleaning of Laser gum treatment because a local anaesthetic will be administered before the procedure begins. We are also equipped with worlds most successful and advanced wand system which is a computer controlled painless anaesthesia system.

How Does Root Planing Differs From Scaling ?

Scaling focuses on removing tartar on the surface of the tooth as well as below the gum line, while root planing eliminates the infected tooth structure and smoothens the root surface to promote gum reattachment.

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What Is Periodontal Flap Surgery ?

Periodontal flap surgery is a procedure that treats and repairs periodontal pockets. Periodontal pockets are deep spaces below your gum line that form when gum tissue detaches from your teeth. These pockets cannot be cleaned with a normal toothbrush. Periodontal pockets creates a room for harmful bacteria to grow quickly. In these conditions flap surgeries are performed to eliminate the further development of pocket formation and to hinder the microbial activities in the surrounding periodontal tissues.

Is There Any Speciality To Perform Root Planning/ Flap Surgery ?

Yes, periodontist are specialized to perform Scaling and root planing /flap surgery, very few people are aware of this, at Zaara Dentistry in Madurai, we have the best periodontist in Madurai who have dedicated and have mesmerizing hand work to give you charming smiles with confident smiles.

What Is Frenectomy ?

Frenectomy is a simple surgical procedure to remove a frenum from the mouth when it is too tight or short and limits movement in the mouth. These frenums have no distinct purpose and removing those causes no loss of function. For painless frenectomy, we at Zaara perform frenectomy procedures with the help of lasers. Laser at Zaara are the best in India with the most sophisticated heat free technology, which shall give you complete pain free Gum care treatment in Madurai.

Cost of Scaling or Tooth Cleaning ?

Gum disease treatment cost in Madurai starts from Rs.500/- to Rs.10000/- based on calculus present.