What to do if periodontitis causes a fever?

Written by Li Cui
Dentistry
Updated on February 11, 2025
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Periodontitis is an inflammation of the gums and oral cavity. When a patient has periodontitis, they may experience pain and swelling. When the inflammation is severe, the patient may have a slight fever. In such cases, it is generally recommended that the patient take oral antibiotics effective against anaerobic bacteria, such as metronidazole or tinidazole, as well as anti-inflammatory antibiotics like amoxicillin, cephalosporins, levofloxacin, or erythromycin. If fever occurs, it is recommended that the patient take antipyretic analgesics, such as ibuprofen sustained-release tablets or acetaminophen tablets, which can relieve pain and reduce fever. If the periodontitis is severe, it is advised that the patient should promptly visit a hospital and follow a doctor’s guidance to develop an appropriate treatment plan. (Note: The use of medications should be under the guidance of a physician.)

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Do you need to get your teeth cleaned for periodontitis?

Periodontitis is caused by the progression of gingivitis, where food debris or soft plaque around the teeth calcifies into tartar due to saliva, leading to further infection and disease of the periodontal tissues. This condition is known as periodontitis. The fundamental treatment for periodontitis involves removing the irritants, which means removing the tartar through teeth cleaning, followed by further treatment. After the tartar is removed, treatment can involve applying medication to the gums or performing bone graft surgery on the alveolar bone to aid in the recovery from periodontitis. Therefore, the initial step in treating periodontitis is teeth cleaning, which is also the first basic phase of treatment. After cleaning, medication is applied, followed by the maintenance phase for the teeth.

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Do you need to get your teeth cleaned for periodontitis?

Periodontitis generally develops from gingivitis and is caused by irritation from dental calculus, soft deposits or dental plaque around the gums, leading to bleeding gums or bleeding when eating, as well as the further infection by bacteria causing swollen, suppurating gums and the formation of periodontal pockets. Severe cases may involve the loss of alveolar bone. Therefore, the basic treatment for periodontitis is dental cleaning, which involves removing irritants around the teeth, followed by rinsing and medicating to improve the inflammatory condition. If symptoms do not improve effectively after basic dental cleaning treatment, further treatments such as subgingival scaling to remove calculus under the gums or root planing may be necessary. If the absorption of the alveolar bone is severe, alveolar bone grafting may also be considered.

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What are the symptoms of periodontitis?

Periodontitis is caused by the invasion of plaque and bacteria into the periodontal supporting tissues, including the gums, periodontal membrane, dentin, and alveolar bone, leading to chronic inflammation and destruction of these tissues. Healthy gums are pink in color, thin at the edges, and tightly adhere to the tooth surface; they are also tough and not prone to bleeding. When periodontitis occurs, there is a significant accumulation of tartar on the tooth surface. This tartar irritates the gums, causing them to become red and swollen, soft in texture, and prone to bleeding upon contact. Periodontal pockets may form, and in severe cases, pus may exude from these pockets. The absorption of the alveolar bone and loosening of the teeth can eventually lead to tooth loss.

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Is periodontitis grade II serious?

The patient suffers from periodontitis and is in the second stage. At this point, it is recommended that the patient promptly undergo dental treatment. This can effectively alleviate symptoms and control the disease progression. It may not achieve complete cure, but it can prevent the further development of gingivitis, control the condition, and prevent some gum recession. If treatment is not administered, it may worsen and lead to loose teeth, so it is advised that patients take timely control measures. Additionally, patients should avoid eating spicy and stimulating food, as well as overly hot or hard food that can long-term irritate the gum tissue. Regular brushing in the morning and evening, rinsing the mouth after meals, and using dental floss to remove food residue in the mouth can help treat periodontitis.

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What to do if periodontitis causes a fever?

Periodontitis is an inflammation of the gums and oral cavity. When a patient has periodontitis, they may experience pain and swelling. When the inflammation is severe, the patient may have a slight fever. In such cases, it is generally recommended that the patient take oral antibiotics effective against anaerobic bacteria, such as metronidazole or tinidazole, as well as anti-inflammatory antibiotics like amoxicillin, cephalosporins, levofloxacin, or erythromycin. If fever occurs, it is recommended that the patient take antipyretic analgesics, such as ibuprofen sustained-release tablets or acetaminophen tablets, which can relieve pain and reduce fever. If the periodontitis is severe, it is advised that the patient should promptly visit a hospital and follow a doctor’s guidance to develop an appropriate treatment plan. (Note: The use of medications should be under the guidance of a physician.)