Periodontics

What is Periodontics?

Periodontics is a specialized dentistry field focusing on the aversion, diagnosis, and treatment of gums-related diseases and the supporting structure of teeth. The word periodontics is derived from two Greek words known as ‘peri’ which means around and ‘odious’ which means tooth.

Periodontics plays an important role when it comes to maintaining oral health and gum illnesses. It is vital to visit a periodontist often as gum diseases can lead to tooth loss and are also related to diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and adverse pregnancy results. Hence, regular visitation can ensure the prevention of these risks.

Periodontics and dentistry both are interrelated fields as they deal in oral healthcare. However, there are differences in areas and specialization. The breakdown of differences are below for both: 

Dentistry (General Dentistry):

Dentistry is related to dental medicine and is a wide field emphasizing on complete oral health, prevention, diagnosis, and dental conditions treatment. The following procedures fall under dentistry field: 

  • Frequent dental check-ups and cleaning 
  • X-rays and diagnostic assessment
  • Extraction of tooth 
  • Root canal therapy 
  • Cosmetic dental procedures 
  • Oral hygiene and advice
  • Fillings, crowns, and bridges 

Periodontics:

Periodontics is a field within dentistry that emphasizes on preventing, diagnosing, and treating conditions which affect the teeth supporting structures, like gums, periodontal ligaments, and alveolar bone. Here are the periodontics aspects: 

  • Gum disease treatment 
  • Root planning and scaling 
  • Regeneration and bone grafting
  • Periodontal cosmetic surgery
  • Oral inflammation and infection management 
  • Placement of dental implants and maintenance 
  • Gum tissue surgeries

FAQs

There is no cure available for periodontitis, but it can be managed with right treatment and proper care.

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