Prevention of periodontal diseases
Department of Community and preventive dentistry Bolan medical college Quetta
Dr. Najeeb Ullah Tareen
Periodontal DiseaseDisease which affect Periodontium
Tissue which surround and support the teethTypes1-Gingivitis (Acute)2-Periodontitis (Severe)
Periodontal Diseases
Prevention
Periodontal disease can be prevented by preventing plaque accumulation
Two Ways of Preventing Periodontal Diseases
Mechanical Chemical Control of Gingivitis 1-Tooth Brushing2-Dental Flossing3-Polishing
Control of Periodontitis1-Scaling and Root Planning 2-Periodontal Surgery
Control of Gingivitis1-Tooth Paste (Abrasive agent)2-Mouth Wash (Antiseptic)
Control of Gingivitis (Mechanical) 1-Tooth Brushing • Widely used mechanical means of
personal plaque control in the world.• Current opinion favors use of soft or
medium textured bristle, nylon, multitufted tooth brush with short head.2-Dental Flossing
A bundle of thin filaments used to remove food and dental plaque from interdental space.
3-Polishing
Plaque removal is obviously inhibited by surface roughness.Smooth Surfaces are difficult to get attached from plaque accumulation
Control of Periodontitis (Mechanical)1-Scaling & Root Planning
Scaling: It is a type of cleaning.it removes plaques and tartar from around and below the gum line.Root Planning: It involves scraping and smoothing the root surfaces of teeth.
2-Periodontal SurgeryPeriodontal surgery is a plastic (Reshaping) surgical procedure designed to restore and regenerate normal form and function to lost and damaged periodontal structures which support the teeth.
Control of Gingivitis (Chemical)1-Tooth Paste
A gel dentifrice used with a tooth brush as an accessory.Use for therapeutic delivery of various antimicrobials.
IngredientsAbrasives Fluorides
SurfactantAntibacterial Agents
2-Mouth Wash• An Antiseptic Solution used to enhance Oral Hygiene.
Q.No.1Which of the following causes Periodontal Diseases?
1. Dental Plaque
2. Tooth Brush
A person can’t have good general health without good oral health.