PERIODONTAL CARE IN Evergreen Park, IL

The common habit of grinding one’s teeth, also referred to as bruxism, can occur consciously during the day or unintentionally while sleeping. Numerous dental patients deal with the very common issue of bruxism, and our staff at Dental Group of Evergreen Park has years of expertise helping patients get relief from it and safeguard their smile. As a result of repetitive jaw clenching or other habits, bruxism can also have an impact on the jaw. Bruxism is a frequent ailment that can affect the teeth as well as cause sleep disorders. Our staff at Dental Group of Evergreen Park can assist you in examining a number of different bruxism treatment options, including:

Custom Mouthguards

In order to prevent teeth grinding, mouthguards assist to separate the two rows of teeth, which can provide relief for people who grind their teeth at night. Mouthguards are customized devices that many patients use to successfully stop or reduce symptoms of teeth grinding, which can include stress, eating disorders, and other symptoms. Mouthguards are typically made of acrylic.

NTI-tss Device

These are specialty devices cover the front side of the teeth and are custom fitted to each patient. This is because the rear molars are typically the areas of the mouth that take much of the burden of teeth grinding, and these appliances help stop this process.

Get in touch with our team at Dental Group of Evergreen Park today to learn more about teeth grinding treatments at our office!

Deep cleanings are frequent treatments that assist in removing plaque and bacteria from the teeth and gums that brushing and flossing alone cannot reach. Deep cleanings are an excellent way to fight tooth decay and gum disease, and patients at Dental Group of Evergreen Park can receive them upon request. By removing damaging tartar and plaque, this procedure aids in the prevention of inflammation and other oral health issues. Patients with gum disease or tooth decay that is likely to get worse without treatment are often advised to get deep cleanings.

Scaling

Root Planing

Root planning is intended to get rid of more dangerous bacteria and microorganisms than brushing can. In these procedures, the tooth’s actual root is smoothed over to stop the growth of these dangerous bacteria. Patients may also be given prescriptions for specific mouthwashes and antibiotics to help treat these dangerous illnesses and bacteria. For more severe situations, these antibiotics can also be placed directly in the tooth sockets and gums.

Full rows of teeth with no missing or severely decaying teeth should make up a healthy bite. When teeth are worn down, the bite may become less efficient for chewing food and performing other teeth, bite, and jaw processes. When the bite is out of alignment, the teeth become severely decaying, or there are missing teeth, bite maintenance is required. Our staff at Dental Group of Evergreen Park offers the following bite therapies:

• Reshaping of the bite surface of the tooth to help patients eat, speak, and chew food correctly. This process involved removing or smoothing the bite surface of the tooth in order to help these teeth function properly when performing common tasks.
• Bite splints are custom trays that our team provides that are meant to keep the teeth apart from each other when sleeping. This helps avoids tooth grinding which can be problematic in that this common habit can wear away the bite surface of the tooth, as well as cause TMJ, or moderate to severe jaw pain.
• Braces to better position teeth that are not ideally positioned or that are otherwise resulting in a misaligned bite.
• Replacement of tooth fillings.
• Reconstruction or extraction and replacement of worn or decayed teeth.

The goal of osseous surgery, also known as pocket reduction surgery or gingivectomy, and other similar operations is to access the tooth’s roots in order to remove plaque and bacteria that can’t be removed by brushing and flossing alone.

Around the teeth, the gum tissue and jawbone should be snug. If gum disease isn’t addressed, the supporting bone and tissue deteriorates, causing the gums to pull away from the teeth. These “pockets” contain tartar and infection, which can be difficult to heal if not treated properly. If left untreated, gum infections can lead to tissue and bone loss, eroding the foundation that holds your teeth in place.

The pockets of infection deepen over time, allowing the bacteria to grow in a broader region. By folding back the gum tissue and removing the infection, a pocket reduction surgery can be done.

These procedures also reshape the tooth socket itself  into a more preferable shape for avoiding decay and bacteria buildup. The real aim of these procedures is to reduce the likelihood if infections forming in these sockets so that patients don’t suffer from cases of gum disease and other infections. Different types of osseous surgeries can include:

Controlling Bacterial Spread: Bacteria and tartar that is located deep in the gums can cause infection as these areas cannot be reached through brushing and flossing alone – they must be reached using special tools, and this tartar must be removed to prevent future infection. Our team is capable of removing these deep bacterias to help patients prevent long-term oral health complications.

Preventing Bone Loss: The bone material underneath the teeth can begin to decay when teeth aren’t cared for properly and when tartar begins to build in the gums. Osseous surgeries aimed at bone loss prevention help to keep the gums and teeth clear of this deep tartar so that the bone material remains healthy and stimulated by your teeth, maintaining the strength and function of the jawbone as well as its ability to create new bone cells.

Correcting Imperfections in the Smile: Periodontal disease can greatly affect the aesthetic appearance of the teeth in that it can cause discoloration and staining that brushing alone cannot remove. Osseous surgeries can help correct these aesthetic concerns by working to remove the bacteria that causes this discoloration in the first place.

At-Home Care: Our team can also help patients prevent bacteria buildup in the gum by recommending and providing at-home remedies that can help to remove and manage the discoloration and concerns that can occur with deep tartar buildup.

A muscle structure known as the frenum connects the lips to the gum tissue and is located between the teeth. Gum recession, which causes a “gummy” grin and increases the risk of getting gum disease, can happen when problems with these structures arise. Too much frenum can lead to spacing problems in the teeth, which makes it simpler for bacteria and plaque to grow. A frenectomy is a surgical treatment where the frenum is removed whole or in part to aid in the fusion of the teeth and avoid gaps. If a patient has a big frenum, which causes gaps in the teeth, this may be necessary before receiving orthodontic treatment. Specifically for orthodontic patients, these procedure can help improve the overall results of orthodontic care and help patients achieve the healthiest smile possible!

Patients who have receding gum tissue may develop a “gummy” smile as a result of this receding gum tissue, which also increases the risk of oral infections and plaque buildup in the mouth. Gum grafts are one treatment option that can help patients recover the entire health of their gums in circumstances where there is severe gum recession. As long as there is still adequate gum tissue to cover the tooth root and protect the teeth from infection, at-home care may not be required for less severe cases of gum recession. Without this gum tissue, bacteria can grow below the gum line, increasing the risk of oral infections and other consequences.

Gum recession can also cause sensitivity, which can make it challenging to eat and clean your teeth. Because of this, it’s important to safeguard the tooth roots in areas where the gum line has receded. Gum grafts, which transfer gum tissue from one part of the mouth to another where more gum tissue is required, are intended to address these problems and complications.

When your gums have receded, gum graft surgery is an effective strategy to protect your teeth. When gum disease has developed, the surrounding tissue pulls away from the tooth, exposing the tooth root. Gum recession can lead to bone deterioration over time. Not only does gum recession impact the aesthetics of your smile, but it can also increase tooth sensitivity and, if left untreated, lead to tooth loss.

Tissue is extracted from a small area on the roof of your mouth during the surgery. Then, to cover the exposed tooth root, the donor tissue is sewn in place. After the procedure, you should eat soft foods for a week or two and avoid flossing the surgical region until it has healed.

Gum grafts are considered to be extremely safe procedures that can be performed by our team at Dental Group of Evergreen Park. These procedures are meant to replace missing gum tissue and restore this lost protection to the gums and roots of the teeth.

Gum disease is often treated by removing the affected tissue as well as deep tartar to prevent the spread of infection. While this treatment is still useful, more recent methods of treating gum disease involve tissue regeneration methods that actually regenerate tissue while preventing infection in at-risk and sick areas of the gums and teeth. These methods can be used to treat gum disease or to get ready for dental implants by cleaning and shaping the teeth and gums.

Gum pockets can become infected as a result of gum disease, necessitating the removal of the affected tissue. A periodontal regeneration procedure might be necessary if the bone supporting your teeth is weak or insufficient. The effects of periodontal disease may be reversed using this method.

To remove the infection, the surgeon folds back a part of the gum tissue. The affected area is then treated with filters, proteins, or bone grafts to aid the body’s ability to rebuild tissue and bone. This procedure can aid in the preservation of the natural jaw line. If necessary, a foundation for the placement of a dental implant can also be created.

During regenerative techniques, these pockets are cleaned and membranes are placed in these areas that will encourage the growth of new and healthy gum tissue. This method helps entirely new gum tissue regenerate on its own.

It’s important to note that while this is an incredible new treatment technique that patients have gotten incredible results from, the results of these treatments heavily depends on the ongoing oral health of the patient – it’s vital to maintain a strong oral health regiment after receiving a gum regeneration operation.

Oral cancers can develop as we age, as a result of poor oral hygiene practices, or as a result of bad behaviors such excessive alcohol and tobacco use. Oral cancer screenings are absolutely painless, and our staff at Dental Group of Evergreen Park is able to offer our patients these valuable and crucial screenings to help them stay clear of oral cancer’s early warning signs and symptoms.

These tests involve scans that provide a highly detailed look into the teeth as well as the underlying bone structure to allow our team to spot early warning signs of oral cancers early on. Red spots, sores, and other symptoms are signs of oral cancer or that oral cancers may be developing in certain areas of the mouth. Sores that are bleeding are a large red flag that oral cancers are forming, and patients experiencing these symptoms should be seen for an oral cancer screening as soon as possible. Lumps, bumps, and other abnormalities can also be signs of oral cancer, and should be met with an oral cancer screening. Our team is able to provide customized treatment plans for each patient that address these symptoms and stop them from developing into oral cancer.

It’s also vital to note that the vast majority of oral cancer cases are directly linked to habits such as tobacco use and alcohol. To best protect your oral health and prevent oral cancers from forming, limit these habits or better yet, eliminate them entirely to make for the strongest possible oral health.