Gingivitis Herpetica The classic clinical picture of gingivitis herpetica is a consequence of infection with type 1 of the herpes simplex virus. It occurs mainly in children between the ages of two and four, but is also observed in adolescents and adults. After an incubation period (=time between infection with the pathogen and the first … Gingivitis Herpetica | Gingivitis
Gingivitis Gravidarum An inflammatory change in the oral mucosa, known as gingivitis gravidarum, occurs relatively frequently during pregnancy. The tissues of the expectant mother become more pliable during pregnancy, as do the gums. The gums swell, redden and tend to bleed more frequently. Only individual areas, but also the entire gums can be affected. Due … Gingivitis Gravidarum | Gingivitis
Gingivitis Marginales In marginal gingivitis, only the free, unattached marginal gingiva is affected. The term gingivitis simplex is often used as a synonym for gingivitis marginalis. Gingivitis marginalis often occurs due to increased plaque deposits caused by inadequate oral hygiene. The bacteria that accumulate in the plaque produce enzymes and toxins that trigger inflammation of … Gingivitis Marginales | Gingivitis
Causes of gingivitis The causes of gingivitis can be many and varied, but in most cases, similar to caries, it is caused by bacterial plaque and thus by a lack of oral hygiene. The term plaque refers to a tough bio-film, which consists of waste products of the bacterial metabolism on the one hand and … Causes of gingivitis | Gingivitis
Symptoms of gingivitis The first and most important sign of gingivitis is the appearance of bleeding around the gums. Pain when brushing the teeth is also not uncommon. The typical symptoms of gingivitis also include severe redness and/or dark discoloration of the gumline. Furthermore, inflamed gums usually appear swollen and thickened (edema and swelling). In … Symptoms of gingivitis | Gingivitis
Prevention (prophylaxis) The most effective way to protect yourself against the development of gingivitis starts at home. Gingivitis cannot be prevented without regular and adequate oral hygiene. However, the use of a toothbrush alone is not sufficient in most cases to completely remove all germs and plaque deposits within the oral cavity. Particularly in patients … Prevention (prophylaxis) | Gingivitis
What are the risks associated with gingivitis? The most serious risk of gum inflammation (gingivitis) is the possibility of the inflammatory processes spreading to other structures of the periodontium. In the course of this, damage to the jawbone and bone recession may occur. In the worst case, this can result in the loss of teeth … What are the risks associated with gingivitis? | Gingivitis
Introduction A root apex resection is the removal of the lowest part of the root of the tooth. It can be considered if a root canal treatment has been carried out but the hoped-for success, i.e. freedom from pain, has not been achieved. This procedure is already over 100 years old and leads to success … Procedure of a root tip resection
Follow-up treatment for a root tip resection After apicoectomy, a few precautions must be taken to allow the wound to heal well. Even you should take care not to exert yourself too much in the first days after the procedure and not to drink coffee. Cooling of the region relieves discomfort and reduces swelling. Controlled … Follow-up treatment for a root tip resection | Procedure of a root tip resection
Duration of an apicoectomy The duration of the treatment depends on how severe the inflammation was. But the skill of the doctor also plays a certain role. However, the most important factor is whether the root canal treatment of the tooth is carried out at the same time as the apicoectomy or whether the apicoectomy … Duration of an apicoectomy | Procedure of a root tip resection
Abscess after wisdom tooth removal Wisdom tooth removal is a complex surgical procedure, which can restrict the mouth opening and food intake in the postoperative period. Especially when all four wisdom teeth are removed in one session, oral hygiene and food intake is difficult. This can cause bacteria to settle in the now empty tooth … Abscess after wisdom tooth removal | Pus in the jaw
Accompanying symptoms The accompanying symptoms are the typical signs of inflammation: Especially the swelling is the most prominent accompanying symptom in the case of an abscess. The swelling is visible from the outside and displaces the soft tissue. It feels soft, similar to a balloon filled with water. Furthermore, the abscess is usually reddened and … Accompanying symptoms | Pus in the jaw