Ardas Family Dental

Wednesday, August 21, 2019

Periodontal Splinting

A loose tooth is a serious matter. When you were a child, it signified a visit from the Tooth Fairy. Now, it means a trip to Ardas Family Dental is in order. Dr. Roopi Kattaura can save you from extraction with a procedure called Periodontal Splinting. The loose teeth are attached to the stronger ones, creating widespread stability. The causes of looseness are periodontal (gum) disease, misalignment, or injury. Learn more at our office in Parker, CO.


 


Teeth extraction is not a pleasant process. Though modern medicine keeps pain to a minimum, recovery afterward is rough. Periodontal Splinting saves both time and money. Temporary and permanent splinting are the available kinds. Whether your looseness is short-term or long-term effects which splint you get. Temporary is better suited for injuries, while permanent offers a solution for misalignment or gum disease. Intra-coronal and extra-coronal are the two types of temporary splinting. The difference lies in how they attach to the teeth. Extra-coronal is attached straight to the enamel. Intra-coronal splints require a channel on the back of the teeth. Permanent splinting is also available. This procedure is more advanced than temporary splints. Each of the loose teeth receives a dental crown. Placed between each is a splint. It fuses them, strengthening the teeth.


 


Contact your Parker, CO, dentist immediately after a loose tooth is noticed. Early treatment is the only way to prevent extraction. Otherwise, the loose tooth will damage the surrounding dental structures. Infection can also occur. You will need a professional dental examination to determine the cause and treatment. Advanced stage periodontal disease is a common culprit. One of the only noticeable symptoms is loose teeth. Gum disease sets in when you neglect your oral health. Brushing, flossing, and regular dental examinations prevent this. Personal injury, like a hit to the face, also knocks teeth loose. This often happens during sports. In the future, use a mouthguard to protect your teeth from harm. Lastly, grinding moves teeth out-of-place. This puts unnecessary pressure on them. It pushes your teeth out of their allotted spots, producing the misalignment. Wear a nightguard while asleep to prevent this.


 


Ardas Family Dental is located in Parker, CO. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Roopi Kattaura, visit her website or call 720-459-8420.

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