Periodontology

Periodontology – treatment of gums and periodontitis. Preserve your teeth and healthy gums with timely care.

Periodontology is a specialized field of dentistry that focuses on the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of diseases affecting the supporting structures of teeth – namely the gums, periodontal tissues, and surrounding bone structures of the jaw.

One of the most common diseases is periodontitis (commonly known as “periodontal disease”), which affects up to half of the adult population. This inflammatory gum disease can lead to tooth loss if left untreated.

Periodontology

Stages of Periodontitis Treatment

At Smile Centrum Prague, we offer comprehensive periodontal care that takes place in three phases:

  • Professional dental hygiene – removal of tartar, plaque, and pigments
  • Treatment of gum inflammation
  • Education on proper tooth brushing technique and interdental cleaning methods
  • Use of antibacterial mouthwashes and possibly local antibiotic therapy
  • Professional dental hygiene – removal of tartar, plaque, and pigments
  • Treatment of gum inflammation
  • Education on proper tooth brushing technique and interdental cleaning methods
  • Use of antibacterial mouthwashes and possibly local antibiotic therapy

Our Work – Before and After

What is Periodontitis and How Does it Develop?

Periodontitis is a chronic inflammation that develops due to the accumulation of plaque and tartar at the junction between the tooth and gums. Plaque contains bacteria that cause gum inflammation, known as gingivitis. If left untreated, the inflammation progresses deeper – leading to ligament breakdown, loss of tooth attachment in the socket, and bone loss in the jaw.

The main symptoms include:

bleeding gums during brushing
bleeding gums during brushing
swollen, red, or receding gums
swollen, red, or receding gums
bad breath (halitosis)
bad breath (halitosis)
loose teeth
loose teeth
pain or sensitivity of the gums
pain or sensitivity of the gums
increasing spaces between teeth
increasing spaces between teeth
Without timely treatment, it can lead to tooth loss, even in otherwise healthy individuals.

Prevention is Key

The goal of periodontal treatment is not only to stop the inflammation but also to preserve natural teeth for as long as possible. The foundation is:

regular dental hygiene appointments (every 3-6 months)
regular dental hygiene appointments (every 3-6 months)
periodontal status check-up
periodontal status check-up
thorough home care
thorough home care
proper cleaning of the gingival margin/pocket
proper cleaning of the gingival margin/pocket
professional teeth whitening only after stabilization of the condition
professional teeth whitening only after stabilization of the condition

Our Benefits

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Extended opening hours including Saturdays

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Our own modern dental laboratory

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Excellent transport accessibility

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We speak more than five languages

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Alona Nehrya

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Nazar Novosilskyi

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Laura Kováčiková

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Taras Zakharovskyi

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Volodymyr Kovalchyn

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Serhii Marikutsa

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Alena Aniskevich

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Oleksandr Shevchenko

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Tatiana Pribulová

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Sergii Klanovets

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Vasileios Papadopoulos

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Olha Matyash

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Martin Michálek

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Marianna Palok

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Maryna Hordyk

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Fatemeh Parandis Shahbaz

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Tetiana Hornostaieva

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Soroosh Mirshafiei

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Anna Lysenko

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Kateryna Varavina

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Gontar Jaroslav

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Anna Kitaieva

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Inna Mosiichuk

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Chun Yu Kuo

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Šárka Topičová

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Who is at Risk for Periodontitis?

Periodontitis most commonly occurs in adults over the age of 35, but it can also affect younger individuals. Risk factors include:
poor oral hygiene.
poor oral hygiene.
smoking.
smoking.
genetic predisposition.
genetic predisposition.
diabetes.
diabetes.
chronic stress.
chronic stress.
vitamin deficiencies (especially C and D).
vitamin deficiencies (especially C and D).
untreated tooth decay or poorly executed prosthetics.
untreated tooth decay or poorly executed prosthetics.
irregular visits to the dentist and dental hygienist.
irregular visits to the dentist and dental hygienist.

7 Effective Periodontitis Treatment Methods

Improved oral hygiene – proper brushing technique, using interdental brushes.
Improved oral hygiene – proper brushing technique, using interdental brushes.
Professional dental hygiene – removal of tartar and plaque.
Professional dental hygiene – removal of tartar and plaque.
Antibiotic therapy – as recommended by your doctor.
Antibiotic therapy – as recommended by your doctor.
Surgical procedures – scaling and root planing, access to deeper pockets.
Surgical procedures – scaling and root planing, access to deeper pockets.
Healthy lifestyle – diet rich in vitamins, limiting sugar intake.
Healthy lifestyle – diet rich in vitamins, limiting sugar intake.
Quitting smoking – essential for treatment success.
Quitting smoking – essential for treatment success.
Stress reduction – positive impact on the immune system.
Stress reduction – positive impact on the immune system.

Prices for Initial Examination

Administrative Fees

Administrative Fee / Medical Record Extract

550 Kč

Missed or Cancelled Appointment (per 30 minutes)

950 Kč

Initial Examination including Panoramic X-ray

Covered by Health Insurance

Preventive Check-up 2x per year

Covered by Health Insurance

Initial Examination for Uninsured Patients / Not Covered by Health Insurance

1950 Kč

Emergency Fee for Uninsured Patients / Not Covered by Health Insurance

950 Kč

 

X-ray – Examination

Evaluation of OPG and X-ray

Covered by Health Insurance

Intraoral X-ray (for private patients) - Taking + Evaluation

250 Kč

OPG X-ray (for private patients) - Taking + Evaluation

890 Kč

CBCT scan quadrant

1190 Kč

CBCT scan 1 jaw

1490 Kč

CBCT scan

1790 Kč

 

(*) price including 21% VAT

Indications and Contraindications for Periodontal Treatment

Periodontology focuses on the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of gum disease and the supporting tissues of the teeth (the periodontium). Its goal is to maintain the health and stability of teeth in the bone. Here you will find an overview of situations where periodontal treatment is appropriate, and when it may be necessary to consider alternative procedures or postpone treatment temporarily.

Indications (When is treatment recommended?)

1. Bleeding gums

The most common and first sign of gum inflammation (gingivitis), often during brushing or spontaneously.

1. Bleeding gums

The most common and first sign of gum inflammation (gingivitis), often during brushing or spontaneously.

2. Red, swollen, or tender gums

Signs of inflammation that can progress to more severe periodontitis.

2. Red, swollen, or tender gums

Signs of inflammation that can progress to more severe periodontitis.

3. Bad breath (halitosis)

Often caused by bacteria in periodontal pockets and gum inflammation.

3. Bad breath (halitosis)

Often caused by bacteria in periodontal pockets and gum inflammation.

4. Gum recession

Exposed tooth roots that can cause sensitivity and threaten tooth stability.

4. Gum recession

Exposed tooth roots that can cause sensitivity and threaten tooth stability.

5. Tooth mobility (increased looseness)

A sign of advanced periodontitis with bone loss around the teeth.

5. Tooth mobility (increased looseness)

A sign of advanced periodontitis with bone loss around the teeth.

6. Changes in tooth position, spacing between teeth

Tooth migration or spacing between teeth, often caused by weakening of the supporting tissues.

6. Changes in tooth position, spacing between teeth

Tooth migration or spacing between teeth, often caused by weakening of the supporting tissues.

7. Periodontal pockets

Increased space between the tooth and gum where bacteria accumulate and bone loss occurs.

7. Periodontal pockets

Increased space between the tooth and gum where bacteria accumulate and bone loss occurs.

8. Diabetes mellitus (diabetes)

Patients with diabetes are at higher risk of periodontitis and require specialized periodontal care.

8. Diabetes mellitus (diabetes)

Patients with diabetes are at higher risk of periodontitis and require specialized periodontal care.

9. Smoking

Smoking is a significant risk factor for the development and progression of periodontitis.

9. Smoking

Smoking is a significant risk factor for the development and progression of periodontitis.

10. Genetic predisposition

A family history of periodontitis increases the risk and requires careful prevention.

10. Genetic predisposition

A family history of periodontitis increases the risk and requires careful prevention.

11. Pre-prosthetic preparation (preparing for dentures, implants, etc.)

Healthy gums and periodontium are essential before fabricating crowns, bridges or implants.

11. Pre-prosthetic preparation (preparing for dentures, implants, etc.)

Healthy gums and periodontium are essential before fabricating crowns, bridges or implants.

Contraindications (When is caution needed?)

1. Acute systemic infection

Feverish conditions (flu, sore throat), severe cold, cough or other acute infections that could endanger both you and the staff.

1. Acute systemic infection

Feverish conditions (flu, sore throat), severe cold, cough or other acute infections that could endanger both you and the staff.

2. Acute uncontrolled abscess

Severe acute inflammation or purulent infection (abscess) in the oral cavity that requires immediate treatment and stabilization of the condition first.

2. Acute uncontrolled abscess

Severe acute inflammation or purulent infection (abscess) in the oral cavity that requires immediate treatment and stabilization of the condition first.

3. Uncontrolled systemic diseases

Very unstable diabetes, uncontrolled high blood pressure, serious heart conditions, recent myocardial infarction, uncontrolled bleeding disorder. Requires consultation with the attending physician and possible premedication.

3. Uncontrolled systemic diseases

Very unstable diabetes, uncontrolled high blood pressure, serious heart conditions, recent myocardial infarction, uncontrolled bleeding disorder. Requires consultation with the attending physician and possible premedication.

4. Radiation therapy or chemotherapy in the head and neck area

Depending on the stage and extent of treatment, it may be necessary to postpone treatment or proceed with extreme caution after consultation with the attending oncologist.

4. Radiation therapy or chemotherapy in the head and neck area

Depending on the stage and extent of treatment, it may be necessary to postpone treatment or proceed with extreme caution after consultation with the attending oncologist.

5. Allergies to materials used or local anesthetics

Known allergy to local anesthetics, antiseptics or other substances used in periodontal procedures.

5. Allergies to materials used or local anesthetics

Known allergy to local anesthetics, antiseptics or other substances used in periodontal procedures.

6. Pregnancy (relative contraindication)

It is recommended to postpone non-urgent procedures in the first trimester. Essential treatment can be performed in the second trimester, ideally with consideration for minimal stress. Consultation with a gynecologist is always advisable.

6. Pregnancy (relative contraindication)

It is recommended to postpone non-urgent procedures in the first trimester. Essential treatment can be performed in the second trimester, ideally with consideration for minimal stress. Consultation with a gynecologist is always advisable.

7. Severe immunosuppression

For example, in patients after transplantation or with autoimmune diseases who are taking immunosuppressants - higher risk of infection and impaired healing.

7. Severe immunosuppression

For example, in patients after transplantation or with autoimmune diseases who are taking immunosuppressants - higher risk of infection and impaired healing.

8. Patient's mental or physical limitations

If the patient is unable to cooperate or follow postoperative instructions, which could jeopardize the success of treatment.

8. Patient's mental or physical limitations

If the patient is unable to cooperate or follow postoperative instructions, which could jeopardize the success of treatment.

Important note: This list is for informational purposes only. Each periodontal case is unique and requires careful individual assessment by a specialist. It is always crucial to inform your dentist or periodontist of your complete medical history and current health status so they can choose the safest and most effective treatment plan.

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Periodontitis FAQ

The most common cause is accumulated plaque and tartar, poor oral hygiene and neglect of preventive check-ups.

The length of treatment is individual. Expect several visits during the first 3 months and subsequent regular check-ups and hygiene appointments.

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