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.