Such dental issues as bad breath, red and swollen gums, receding gums, exposed tooth roots, the formation of periodontal pockets and even tooth loosening, can all be a result of periodontitis. Generally speaking, it’s suggested to seek timely treatment for periodontitis in order to get a sound result. Many people, however, concern how long it will take to treat periodontitis.

    Well, it depends. 

    Similar to cold or fever, periodontitis is a kind of disease as well. Since the overall health and immunity of patients vary from person to person, the treatment result and the period of time required will seem different accordingly. It’s a thorough examination that should be run before answering this question. 

    Additionally, the treatment required and the difficulty of operation vary widely according to the stages of periodontitis. Periodontitis can also be categorized as acute and chronic one. With excellent care, an acute periodontitis will turn better in a short period. As for a chronic one, it’s necessary that you take good care of it on a long-term basis.

    In terms of periodontitis, timely treatment is necessary, and good care is even more important. Its major culprit is dental calculus, a hard substance in mouth developed from bacteria and food debris over time. If daily practices, such as rinsing mouth after meals and brushing teeth effectively, are performed well, the amount of food debris and bacteria will be hugely reduced, and so will the formation of tartar. Without irritations from dental calculus, the periodontitis will naturally see a mitigation to some extent. 

    Therefore, the period of time required for treating periodontitis can hardly be sure, varying widely based on how severe the condition is and how well the care is performed. It may see recovery after one or two visits to your dentist. It’s also possible that you may need to schedule regular cleanings and return visits in the long run. Relevant article: What Causes Periodontitis?

    When there are any signs of periodontal disease, it would be advisable to seek professional evaluation and proper treatment in a timely manner. If left untreated, it may ultimately lead to tooth loosening and even loss. Treatment delay will offer your nothing but a worse dental condition.

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