Bleeding gums: preventing periodontitis in Montreux

You rinse your mouth and notice blood in the sink? Bleeding gums in Montreux are not a normal thing to ignore. This warning sign often indicates the start of gingivitis, or even periodontitis - a gum disease that can lead to the loss of your teeth if it is not treated in time.

Why are my gums bleeding?

Gum bleeding is caused by inflammation of the gums, which is itself caused by the build-up of bacterial plaque at the gum line. The most common causes are:

• Insufficient or poor brushing technique letting bacterial plaque build up
• Sub-gingival tartar irritating the tissues and encouraging pathogenic bacteria
• Active smoking which masks inflammation and worsens periodontitis
• Poorly controlled diabetes promoting gum infections
• Hormonal changes (pregnancy, menopause) making the gums more sensitive
• A poor bite (malocclusion) placing certain teeth under excessive pressure

Gingivitis vs periodontitis: what is the difference?

The Gingivitis is the initial stage: the gums are red, swollen and bleed easily, but the alveolar bone is not yet affected. At this stage, the disease is fully reversible thanks to professional scaling and rigorous hygiene.

The periodontitis occurs when the infection progresses under the gums and gradually destroys the bone that supports the teeth. The periodontal pockets deepen, the teeth loosen, move, and can eventually fall out. It is the leading cause of tooth loss in adults after the age of 40.

How to prevent periodontitis in Montreux?

Prevention is simple but must be consistent. Here are the recommendations of our team at Cabinet Dentaire du Casino in Montreux :

1. Brush your teeth twice a day with a soft toothbrush and a fluoride toothpaste
2. Use dental floss or interdental brushes every evening to remove plaque between the teeth
3. See Mounia Schneider, our prophylaxist, for a professional scaling every 6 to 12 months
4. Stop smoking : tobacco multiplies the risk of severe periodontitis by 5
5. Report any bleeding to your dentist at your next check-up

Periodontitis treatment at Cabinet Dentaire du Casino

If periodontitis is diagnosed, our team draws up a personalised periodontal treatment plan. The treatment generally includes:

• A sub-gingival scaling (root planing) carried out gently by Mounia Schneider
• Some re-evaluation check-ups at 6 weeks to measure healing
• A close periodontal follow-up (every 3 to 4 months) to stabilise the disease
• In advanced cases, a periodontal surgery may be considered

Book an appointment today

Are your gums bleeding in Montreux ? Do not wait for the situation to get worse. Call us on 021 963 36 71 or book an appointment online. Our prophylaxist Mounia Schneider welcomes you in a caring, non-judgemental setting and guides you towards healthy gums - for life.