Periodontist and periodontics in Paris

Periodontics is the dental speciality focused on preventing, diagnosing and treating diseases that affect the gums and the other structures supporting the teeth.

There is no difference between a periodontal specialist and a periodontist. Both terms refer to a dentist who specialises in preventing, diagnosing and treating periodontal diseases, meaning conditions that affect the gums and the supporting structures of the teeth.

A periodontist treats diseases that affect the gums and the structures supporting the teeth. These include common problems such as gingivitis, which is inflammation of the gums, and periodontitis, a more severe inflammation that can damage the bone and tissues supporting the teeth. Periodontists also offer treatments for more specific problems, such as receding gums, and can perform surgical procedures including gingivectomy when necessary.

You should make an appointment with a periodontist if you have symptoms of periodontal disease. These may include gums that bleed when you brush or floss, red, swollen or painful gums, persistent bad breath, teeth that shift or become loose, or receding gums that make your teeth appear longer. If you have any of these symptoms, please contact Cabinet Dentaire de la Madeleine to make an appointment with one of our periodontists. If you have gum pain and/or bleeding, visit our dedicated page: Gum pain and bleeding.

The frequency of your appointments will depend on the health of your gums. If you have periodontal disease, your periodontist may recommend more frequent visits until the condition is under control. If your gums are healthy, an annual appointment may be enough to ensure they remain so. However, it is always advisable to see a periodontist as soon as you notice any symptoms of gum problems.

Periodontal surgery is performed to treat certain periodontal diseases. There are several types of periodontal surgery, including gingivectomy, which involves surgically removing part of the gum; gum grafting, used to treat receding gums; and guided tissue regeneration, a procedure that stimulates the growth of new bone and tissue to treat severe cases of periodontitis. At Cabinet Dentaire de la Madeleine, our team of periodontists looks after your comfort and follow-up care.

Symptoms of periodontal disease include gums that bleed easily, red or swollen gums, persistent bad breath, loose teeth and gum recession.

Periodontal diseases are generally caused by bacteria in dental plaque. The two most common forms are gingivitis, which is inflammation of the gums, and periodontitis, a more serious inflammation that can damage the bone and tissues supporting the teeth.