Losing teeth can be painful, right? Often roots become vulnerable to infection if the gums recede, especially in the furcation zones, where numerous roots branch from each other. Also, there is a high chance of bone loss at your teeth roots which can cause teeth loss. How? Let’s see in detail.

Reasons Behind Bone Loss

It starts with periodontal (gum) disease caused by built-up bacterial plaque from inadequate brushing and flossing. The infection generates inflammation that over time destroys gum tissues. They begin to separate from the teeth, which may ultimately cause gum recession and root exposure.

It also promotes bone loss, particularly at the furcations. Our dentist can identify any loss and how far advanced it may be via x-ray imaging or by physically probing with periodontal probe equipment.

Also, periodontitis and peri-implantitis are conditions in which bacteria in your mouth gradually eat away at the underlying jawbone that joins the tooth to the bone.

Bone Loss Treatment 

Bone loss can be avoided by implanting a substitute tooth into the jawbone with a root capable of exerting the same or similar pressure as natural teeth.

There are three main groups assessing furcation invasions. In the earliest, Class I, we may feel the invasion as a tiny groove; in Class II, it expands to two or more millimeters wide. In Class III, the bone loss spreads from one side of the root to the other (a "through and through").

Dental bone loss is something you should never ignore at any cost. As soon as we diagnose bone loss, a patient is at risk of losing the tooth. Therefore, we'll have to act swiftly. It includes first eliminating accumulated dental plaque and calculus (tartar) to halt the infection and enable the gums to recover. Through significant injury, we may need to promote healing with bone and gum tissue grafting, in which we implant donor grafts to act as scaffolding for the right tissue to develop onto.

Get Treatment On-Time

You may assist avoid this scenario by adopting excellent daily hygiene and seeing your dentist for thorough cleanings at least twice a year. And at the first indications of a gum infection—swollen, reddish or bleeding gums—make an appointment as soon as possible to get it examined. The sooner we can discover and treat gum disease, the less probable a furcation invasion or worse will be in your future.

Jeanne V. Devi, DDS, offers expert bone loss treatment to help you avoid losing teeth. Call us at (626) 795-2544 or visit our website for more info. We are located at 595 E Colorado Blvd Suite 603, Pasadena, CA 91101.