Essay On Periodontology

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Periodontology
First of, what is periodontology(also known as periodontics)? It 's the study of periodontium, in other words, the study of the system of hard and soft tissue that support and the hold the teeth in their respective sockets. This periodontium has some important functions such as, attaching the teeth to the jaws, as a shock absorber during chewing and it protects the teeth from damage. The tooth socket, gums, periodontal ligament and some tine fibers, all these tissues work together making the periodontium, what make them special is that they are adaptable for changing their shape to fit the mouth.
Periodontology is important because, it help periodontists in the diagnosis, prevention and treatment of some of the diseases, …show more content…

Secondly " aggressive periodontitis" which is known of it 's rapid loss of gums and bone destruction. Then we have "periodontitis as a manifestation of systemic disease" this type develop or appear with some other diseases such as diabetes and cardiopulmonary diseases, this type of periodontitis has more affect on children.
And last but least "necrotizing periodontitis disease" this one is accompanied by necrosis of periodontal ligament, alveolar bones or some gum tissues, it 's more dangerous to people with some sort of systemic disease or people who suffer from immune deficiency disorder. all these types of periodontitis have a couple of similar symptoms, swollen gums, change of color and some tenderness, as well as loose teeth and some changes in how they fit together in the mouth. Of course all these symptoms and diseases could be prevented by keeping a good oral hygiene, in which a one should at least brush his teeth twice a day, floss for at least once a day and try to keep routine visits to the