Methods and devices for the prevention and treatment of gingival recession

摘要

According to the Merck Manual of Medical Information (2003, 2^nd Home Edition), “Recession usually occurs in response to overaggressive brushing but can also result from injury or as the natural progression of thin, delicate gum tissue.” (p. 622) Grafting or other surgeries involve complications, pain, bleeding, possible infections and missed work. This invention involves the use of gauze to remove plaque and other pathogens from the crown or tooth surfaces. This invention only involves possible use of saliva, hydroxyl ions as a base, and cold water depending on the needs of the specific gingival issue. If the gums are acidic, the gauze could include hydroxyl ions. If the gums are infected with campylobacter germs, Ebola, HIV, influenza or other exotic pathogens, cold water can decrease the growth of these pathogens. Saliva can fight against candida, fungus, polio, colds, herpes, and HIV. Pressure of the gauze against the gingival and tooth interface could increase bonding and healing between the gum and the tooth. In addition, saliva can be collected and placed with the gauze in a container during a person's growth. The person's saliva over a life span can be used to study the gum recession and saliva in a patient. One possible use of this invention is to look at DNA evidence used in criminal cases compared against the samples taken from the gums.