Detecting Periodontitis Early: Warning Signs You Should Not Ignore
Periodontitis is a silent but serious inflammation of the tooth support structure that often remains undetected for a long time. As a result, it can gradually lead to irreversible damage – up to and including tooth loss. It is all the more important to recognize the warning signs early and act in time. The dental practice Dr. Gabriela Megaritis Bürgi in Zug specializes in periodontitis screenings and individual prophylaxis.
What is Periodontitis?
Periodontitis, colloquially also called periodontosis, is a chronic bacterial inflammation of the tooth support structure. It usually develops from untreated gum inflammation (gingivitis) and leads to a recession of gums and jawbone.
Warning Signs You Should Pay Attention To
Many of the symptoms are initially inconspicuous and painless – which is why they are often not taken seriously by patients. You should keep the following warning signs in focus:
Checklist for Patients:
- Frequent gum bleeding (when brushing teeth or eating)
- Redness and swelling of the gums
- Receding gums, longer tooth appearance
- Sensitive teeth to cold or heat
- Bad breath or unpleasant taste
- Loosening or shifting of individual teeth
- Possible discharge of pus from gum pockets
If you notice several of these warning signs, you should not wait under any circumstances. Periodontitis often progresses painlessly and progressively; the earlier it is treated, the better your chances of keeping your own teeth.
Why is Early Detection So Important?
If periodontitis is detected early, treatment success is particularly high and minimally invasive therapies are usually sufficient. If the disease remains untreated, it can not only lead to tooth loss, but is also associated with general diseases such as diabetes or cardiovascular disorders.
Your Screening Appointment in Zug
At the dental practice Dr. Gabriela Megaritis Bürgi, we offer special periodontitis screening examinations (PSI), where the depth of the gum pockets and the bleeding tendency are measured with a gentle probe. This examination is quick and painless.
Schedule your appointment for periodontitis screening in time! If a disease is detected early, consequences can often be completely avoided and your oral health is maintained in the long term.
