What to do if periodontitis causes unbearable pain

There are many symptoms of periodontitis. The most obvious symptom is toothache. This kind of toothache is unforgettable for patients. The pain is very uncomfortable and will affect a person's entire mental state. When this kind of pain occurs, emergency treatment should be carried out in time. First, some painkillers should be taken. According to the cause of infection, some anti-inflammatory drugs should be taken in time. After the inflammation improves, the dental disease should be diagnosed and treated in time.

What to do if periodontitis causes unbearable pain

(I) Local treatment

1. Targeting local irritants

Supragingival cleaning or subgingival scaling can be performed, and if necessary, the bite can be adjusted, food impaction can be removed, and poor restorations can be corrected.

2. Treatment of periodontal pockets

When the periodontal pocket is overflowing with pus, it can be rinsed with 1% to 3% hydrogen peroxide solution, and a 10% iodine mixture or a drug film such as spiramycin or metronidazole can be placed inside the pocket. After removing local factors, shallow periodontal pockets can be cauterized with iodine phenol solution; deeper periodontal pockets require periodontal surgery to eliminate periodontitis. When the periodontal pocket reaches the root apex and the teeth are obviously loose, extraction may be considered.

3. Loose teeth fixation

If the teeth are still loose, a temporary or permanent periodontal splint can be used to fix the loose teeth.

4. Treatment of periodontal abscess

When the abscess is localized, it can be incised and drained. The periodontal pockets should also be rinsed and coated with medicated film or iodine glycerin.

2. Systemic treatment

Enhance the body's resistance and actively treat systemic diseases related to periodontitis. When periodontal abscess occurs, patients with severe systemic reactions should take relevant antibacterial drugs orally.

In short, the treatment of periodontitis includes a series of comprehensive treatment measures. In order to consolidate the therapeutic effect and prevent recurrence, oral hygiene education and regular check-ups should be carried out.

If periodontitis recurs, it will have a great impact on life. Therefore, everyone must take corresponding treatment methods as soon as possible. Delaying it will only lead to more severe pain. Therefore, I hope that patients and friends can pay attention to minor illnesses and never let minor illnesses turn into major illnesses, otherwise the damage caused to the body will be unimaginable.