Gum inflammation treatment in Vienna
Bleeding gums when brushing your teeth is initially dismissed as harmless by many people—but it is often the first sign of gum inflammation. If left untreated, it can develop into periodontitis, in which not only the gums but the entire tooth-supporting apparatus is affected.
The insidious thing about this condition is that periodontitis is usually...
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Bleeding gums when brushing your teeth is initially dismissed as harmless by many people—but it is often the first sign of gum inflammation. If left untreated, it can develop into periodontitis, in which not only the gums but the entire tooth-supporting apparatus is affected.
The insidious thing about this condition is that periodontitis is usually painless, and many people do not notice it until their teeth have already become loose or their gums have visibly receded. This makes it all the more important to take early warning signs seriously.
This guide explains how gingivitis differs from periodontitis, which causes and risk factors play a role, how treatment in Vienna proceeds step by step, what it costs, and how you can protect your gums over the long term.
If this biofilm is not removed regularly and thoroughly, it can continue to mature, spread into the gum pockets, and trigger an increasingly severe inflammatory response in the gums.
Affected structures
● Gingivitis: The gums only
● Periodontitis: The entire tooth-supporting apparatus, including the gums, cementum, alveolar bone, and periodontal ligament
Gum pockets
● Gingivitis: Usually absent or only superficial
● Periodontitis: Deep pockets between the teeth and gums in which bacteria can multiply undisturbed
Reversibility
● Gingivitis: Usually completely reversible with timely treatment
● Periodontitis: A chronic condition; lost supporting structures cannot be fully restored
Typical progression
● Gingivitis: Bleeding gums, redness, and swelling
● Periodontitis: Gum recession, loose teeth, and possible bone loss
Other factors can also contribute to the development and progression of the disease:
● Smoking and regular alcohol consumption
● Stress, which can weaken the immune system and promote chronic inflammation
● Genetic predisposition—some people react more strongly to bacterial stimuli
● Diabetes, which increases susceptibility to gum inflammation
● Certain medications that can cause gum overgrowth or dry mouth
● Hormonal changes, such as those occurring during pregnancy
● Redness and swelling of the gums
● Bad breath
● In advanced periodontitis: visible gum recession and exposed tooth roots
● Loosening of individual teeth in advanced stages
Important to know: Periodontitis is usually painless, and many people only notice it once their teeth have already become loose or their gums have visibly receded. Regular dental checkups are therefore the most reliable way to detect the early stages of the disease.
These interactions underscore why early and consistent treatment of gum inflammation is important not only for oral health but also for overall health.
The main treatment then follows: bacterial plaque and deposits are thoroughly removed from the gum pockets and from the surfaces and roots of the teeth. If necessary, severely inflamed gum tissue may be surgically removed.
At the end of treatment, the gumline is smoothed and, if necessary, reshaped.
A special dye is applied to the affected area. This dye stains the bacteria and makes them sensitive to light.
The affected areas are then exposed to light of a specific wavelength, generating oxygen radicals that selectively destroy the bacteria.
The method does not require surgical intervention and is particularly well suited for treating deep gum pockets.
We hope that you found this primer helpful and invite you to take a look at our blog for more information.
All the Best & see you soon, Ace!
Back to top The insidious thing about this condition is that periodontitis is usually painless, and many people do not notice it until their teeth have already become loose or their gums have visibly receded. This makes it all the more important to take early warning signs seriously.
This guide explains how gingivitis differs from periodontitis, which causes and risk factors play a role, how treatment in Vienna proceeds step by step, what it costs, and how you can protect your gums over the long term.
What Is Gingivitis?
Gingivitis, commonly known as gum inflammation, is a frequent inflammatory condition of the gums caused by bacterial plaque (plaque or biofilm) on the teeth and along the gumline.If this biofilm is not removed regularly and thoroughly, it can continue to mature, spread into the gum pockets, and trigger an increasingly severe inflammatory response in the gums.
From Gingivitis to Periodontitis: What Is the Difference?
The two conditions are often confused, but they differ significantly in severity.Affected structures
● Gingivitis: The gums only
● Periodontitis: The entire tooth-supporting apparatus, including the gums, cementum, alveolar bone, and periodontal ligament
Gum pockets
● Gingivitis: Usually absent or only superficial
● Periodontitis: Deep pockets between the teeth and gums in which bacteria can multiply undisturbed
Reversibility
● Gingivitis: Usually completely reversible with timely treatment
● Periodontitis: A chronic condition; lost supporting structures cannot be fully restored
Typical progression
● Gingivitis: Bleeding gums, redness, and swelling
● Periodontitis: Gum recession, loose teeth, and possible bone loss
Causes and Risk Factors
The primary cause of gingivitis is inadequate oral hygiene.Other factors can also contribute to the development and progression of the disease:
● Smoking and regular alcohol consumption
● Stress, which can weaken the immune system and promote chronic inflammation
● Genetic predisposition—some people react more strongly to bacterial stimuli
● Diabetes, which increases susceptibility to gum inflammation
● Certain medications that can cause gum overgrowth or dry mouth
● Hormonal changes, such as those occurring during pregnancy
Recognizing the Symptoms
● Bleeding gums, particularly when brushing● Redness and swelling of the gums
● Bad breath
● In advanced periodontitis: visible gum recession and exposed tooth roots
● Loosening of individual teeth in advanced stages
Important to know: Periodontitis is usually painless, and many people only notice it once their teeth have already become loose or their gums have visibly receded. Regular dental checkups are therefore the most reliable way to detect the early stages of the disease.
The Connection with General Health
Oral health is not an isolated issue. The connection between untreated periodontitis and heart disease, diabetes, and an increased risk of premature birth in pregnant women is scientifically recognized.These interactions underscore why early and consistent treatment of gum inflammation is important not only for oral health but also for overall health.
Treatment in the Early Stage (Gingivitis)
When gingivitis is detected early, treatment is usually straightforward. The dentist removes bacterial deposits from the tooth surfaces and the gumline of the affected teeth and then polishes and applies fluoride to the teeth to strengthen them.Treatment in Advanced Stages (Periodontitis)
If advanced inflammation is already present, treatment generally begins with one or more professional teeth cleanings as a preliminary step to reduce the number of bacteria in the affected areas.The main treatment then follows: bacterial plaque and deposits are thoroughly removed from the gum pockets and from the surfaces and roots of the teeth. If necessary, severely inflamed gum tissue may be surgically removed.
At the end of treatment, the gumline is smoothed and, if necessary, reshaped.
Photodynamic Therapy: A Modern Alternative to Antibiotics
Antimicrobial photodynamic therapy is a modern treatment method that does not require the use of antibiotics and can reduce the pathogenic bacterial load in the mouth by up to approximately 95 percent.A special dye is applied to the affected area. This dye stains the bacteria and makes them sensitive to light.
The affected areas are then exposed to light of a specific wavelength, generating oxygen radicals that selectively destroy the bacteria.
The method does not require surgical intervention and is particularly well suited for treating deep gum pockets.
Several treatment sessions at defined intervals are generally necessary to achieve a successful result.
We hope that you found this primer helpful and invite you to take a look at our blog for more information.
All the Best & see you soon, Ace!
