obsolete: Actinomyces actinomycetemcomitansOur oral cavity is a collection point for many different bacteria and germs. Despite daily dental care and the use of mouthwashes, there are about 500 different types of bacteria in the mouth. One of the best known is streptococci, which convert carbohydrates from food into lactic acid that attacks our teeth. This … Aggregatibacter actinomycetemcomitans
Consequences If the bacterium Aggregatibacter actinomycetemcomitans is present in the oral flora, gingivitis or periodontitis need not necessarily occur. The bacteria accumulate in the plaque (dental plaque) on the teeth. The plaque consists not only of Aggregatibacter actinomycetemcomitans, but also of many different pathogens that begin to metabolize the products available from food. If the … Consequences | Aggregatibacter actinomycetemcomitans
Summary As complicated as its name may sound, Aggregatibacter actinomycetemcomitans is an important and not to be underestimated bacterium in dentistry, which can cause major problems with teeth and gums in many people. With proper dental care and regular check-ups at the dentist, the risk of contracting the bacterium can be significantly reduced and periodontitis … Summary | Aggregatibacter actinomycetemcomitans
Therapy of aggressive periodontitis The treatment is similar to the treatment of chronic periodontitis. – First, the patient is informed about a suitable oral hygiene technique and a professional tooth cleaning is performed. – Afterwards, the gum pockets should be thoroughly cleaned by the dentist and additionally treated with disinfecting rinses (e.g. CHX®). A local … Therapy of aggressive periodontitis | Aggressive periodontitis
Duration of aggressive periodontitis The duration of the disease and the duration of treatment of aggressive periodontitis depends on the severity and spread of the inflammation. The therapy in the acute situation can last from several weeks to six months. Regular check-ups and close treatment by the dentist are important. All articles in this series: … Duration of aggressive periodontitis | Aggressive periodontitis
Introduction Aggressive periodontitis is very rare in contrast to chronic periodontitis. It progresses faster and bone resorption and inflammatory gum pockets with bleeding gums occur rapidly, although oral hygiene is usually adequate or better. In young adults the first permanent molars and front teeth are often affected. With increasing age, the periodontal apparatus of the … Aggressive periodontitis
