Treatment of periostitis

Periostitis treatment is a procedure aimed at reducing inflammation of the thin outer shell that covers the bone. The disease is quite dangerous and does not go away on its own, so it requires the intervention of a dentist. If you are faced with symptoms of the disease, do not ignore: make an appointment at the clinic of family dentistry Dent-House in Odessa. Qualified doctors, innovative equipment and adequate prices for any procedures, including the installation of crowns, are waiting for you.

Varieties of periostitis

Periostitis, or simply flux, is an inflammation of the periosteum. It usually occurs in response to an infection or trauma that irritates the periosteum and causes inflammation of the lower or upper jaw. The inflammation causes the area around the bone to swell, become painful and sensitive when touched.

Periostitis has several varieties depending on its cause, complexity and location. Here are some of them:

1. Acute purulent periostitis. This is a sudden inflammation of the periosteum that is usually associated with trauma or infection. Acute purulent periostitis is characterised by severe pain, swelling and sometimes redness of the skin in the affected area.
2. Traumatic periostitis. Caused by a broken bone or a severe blow. Sometimes flux is caused by repeated microtrauma.
3. Infectious periostitis. Inflammation of the periosteum is caused by a bacterial or viral infection, such as osteomyelitis. Infectious periostitis can be acute or chronic.
4. Chronic periostitis. This is a condition where inflammation of the periosteum continues for a long time. Chronic periostitis can be caused by repetitive trauma or low intensity inflammation.
5. Aseptic periostitis. This is a form of periostitis that develops without the involvement of infection. It may be associated with autoimmune or inflammatory diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis or Crohn’s disease.

The disease can arise from a variety of causes. It is usually untreated tooth decay, periodontitis or pulpitis. It can also occur after a tooth extraction.

Each of these varieties of periostitis has its own symptoms, treatment, and possible consequences.

Symptoms of periostitis

Here are a few signs to look out for:

1. You feel pain in the area of the bone, especially when you touch or move.
2. The area around the bone is swollen or edematous.
3. The skin over the affected area becomes red and warm to the touch.
4. Touching or pressing on the area around the bone can cause pain and discomfort.
5. The face becomes asymmetrical – the cheek or lower jaw swells.
6. If periostitis affects a joint, its movements are difficult.
7. Also during periostitis, body temperature may rise and lymph nodes may become enlarged.

If you have these symptoms, it is important not to delay and not to self-medicate. Doctors of the clinic “Dent-House” in Odessa will gladly welcome you and prescribe the appropriate treatment. You can choose treatment in your sleep at our clinic.

Diagnosis of periostitis

To diagnose flux, the doctor performs these manipulations:

1. Gathers a medical history – asks how you feel to better understand your condition.
2. Will examine and feel the area where you are experiencing pain to determine if there is swelling, redness, or other signs of inflammation.
3. X-rays may also be needed to see the condition of the upper or lower jaw, bone and to detect changes associated with periostitis.

Based on the results of the diagnostics and examination, the doctor makes a diagnosis and determines the cost of treatment. To find out how much the treatment costs approximately, please contact the receptionist by phone.

Professional therapies

Treatment of periostitis in Odessa can be conservative or surgical. In the first case, the doctor prescribes certain drugs, possibly physiotherapy. In the second case, the dentist makes an incision on the gum for the outflow of pus, and then puts a drain. The wound is also washed with antiseptics. Sometimes a second and third surgery is required. In severe cases, the tooth needs to be extracted, possibly under sedation.

The dentists at Dent House also prescribe medications to help relieve pain, reduce inflammation and speed healing. Antibiotics are usually necessary.

If periostitis is caused by other conditions, such as infection or autoimmune disease, the treatment should be aimed at eliminating these causes.

How periostitis is treated

There are usually several stages of treatment:

1. The surgeon performs an examination and confirms the diagnosis.
2. Determines the method of treatment – conservative or surgical.
3. If a surgical method is chosen, the doctor performs an uncomplicated operation.
4. The patient is prescribed medication and released to go home.

You should always come for another appointment, a day or two later, so that the doctor can monitor the healing process.

Prevention of periostitis

Preventing periostitis in the mouth involves a few simple steps:

1. Brush your teeth twice a day and use floss or interdental brushes to remove plaque and food debris from between your teeth. This will help prevent the development of plaque and tartar, which can cause periostitis.
2. Avoid excessive consumption of sweet and sour foods as they can contribute to tooth decay and gum disease. Rinse your mouth well after eating sweet and sour foods.
3. Visit your dentist regularly for professional teeth cleanings and oral examinations.
4. Treat dental diseases in a timely manner. Do not start caries, timely fill carious teeth. Consult a doctor at the first symptoms of pulpitis. Treat periodontitis under the supervision of a dentist.
5. Smoking increases the risk of gum and tooth disease, including periostitis. Try to kick the habit or at least reduce the number of cigarettes you smoke.

Follow these simple rules to keep your mouth healthy and prevent the development of periostitis. Make an appointment at the Dent-House Family Dentistry Clinic in Odessa and be healthy!