Gaping Teeth Caused by Periodontal Disease and the Dental Implant Treatment Process in Magok-dong

Hello.

I am Yoo Jin Won, director of Smile Surgeon,

rebuilding your healthy smile at Magok-dong Dental Clinic.

Gingival inflammation is not just about bleeding;

it can cause teeth to separate,

and in severe cases, the tooth may need to be extracted

and a new fixture inserted.

Today, I will explain in simple terms

teeth spacing caused by periodontal disease and

the treatment process for front tooth implants (Implant).

Teeth spacing caused by periodontal disease,

explained by Magok-dong Dental Clinic

Why do teeth separate?

<The jawbone is melting away>

If gingival inflammation continues for a long time,

the bone holding the teeth gradually melts away,

causing the teeth to become loose and move.

<The periodontal ligament inside the gums widens>

If a lesion forms in the area connecting the teeth and gums,

it pushes the teeth apart,

widening the space between natural teeth.

<The gums recede>

As people age, the gums recede,

and when combined with previous inflammation,

the spacing becomes more severe.

In the early stages, the spaces between natural teeth widen little by little,

food frequently gets stuck,

and the gums may bleed or swell,

but when it becomes severe,

the teeth become very loose, bad breath develops,

and cavities or other periodontal diseases also occur.

Therefore, in mild cases,

scaling can remove tartar

and help keep the gums healthy,

but

if a lot of alveolar bone has been lost,

the tooth must be extracted and an implant inserted.

Front tooth implant treatment process,

explained by Magok-dong Dental Clinic

If it is difficult to preserve the tooth because of periodontal disease,

the following process is carried out.

A CT scan is used to accurately check

the condition of the bone and

the gums.

The gum inflammation is addressed first,

and if necessary, a bone graft plan

is also established.

At Magok-dong Dental Clinic, the front teeth are a visible area,

so I believe more careful diagnosis and planning are needed.

If a lot of bone has been lost,

a bone graft is performed either when the tooth is extracted

or after a certain period of time.

Sufficient bone is necessary

to place an implant,

and for front teeth, it is important to create

a natural-looking shape.

When placing the implant,

accurate positioning is important,

so the angle, location, and depth

must be adjusted precisely.

Because this is a visible area,

in some cases a temporary prosthesis is made

immediately after the fixture is placed.

This helps maintain the gum shape,

keeps it looking natural,

and prevents inconvenience in daily life.

We wait about 3 to 6 months

until the implant and bone are firmly integrated.

During this time, regular checkups are performed,

the healing process is monitored,

and if necessary, the temporary tooth is adjusted.

Once the bone and implant are sufficiently integrated,

the final prosthesis is custom-made.

It is made to match the color and shape of natural teeth,

so it looks natural

and functions well.

The benefits and care methods of implants,

explained by Magok-dong Dental Clinic

The advantages of this treatment are that

it functions similarly to natural teeth,

reduces discomfort in daily life,

and does not require grinding down adjacent teeth,

thus protecting other natural teeth.

It helps you chew food well,

improves speech,

and can be used for a long time.

After treatment,

you should keep the area around the implant clean

with toothbrushing and flossing

to prevent inflammation.

Every 6 months,

receive scaling and regular checkups

to prevent problems from developing.

If you smoke

or have diabetes,

the success rate may decrease,

so consult in advance

and be especially careful even after the procedure.

Today, I explained

teeth spacing caused by periodontal disease and

the front tooth implant treatment.

Gingival inflammation is not just simple bleeding,

but a serious disease that can cause tooth loss,

so prompt diagnosis and treatment,

as well as consistent care, are necessary.

This has been Yoo Jin Won, director of Smile Surgeon Magok-dong Dental Clinic,

rebuilding your healthy smile.

Thank you for reading this long post.

Treatment period: 2025.03.24~2025.07.01