I Went To My Dentist And They Said I Have A BP Score Of 3. How Can I Improve The Health Of My Gums?
Q.
Hello. I’ve been to see my dentist today for a check up and teeth cleaning. I noticed he mentioned BP to his assistant and she replied “some 3 but mostly 2” Does this mean my gums are getting worse as 6 months ago I was all 2s. I do use mouthwash, mostly ones that are intended for sore or bleeding gums but don’t always brush twice a day or floss. Also is there anything you could suggest please to improve the health of my gums if it means they are becoming worse?
Hello. I’ve been to see my dentist today for a check up and teeth cleaning. I noticed he mentioned BP to his assistant and she replied “some 3 but mostly 2” Does this mean my gums are getting worse as 6 months ago I was all 2s. I do use mouthwash, mostly ones that are intended for sore or bleeding gums but don’t always brush twice a day or floss. Also is there anything you could suggest please to improve the health of my gums if it means they are becoming worse?
A.
It sounds like you are referring to a ‘BPE’ (Basic Periodontal Examination). A BPE score of 3 is worse than 2 and it suggests that you have early ‘attachment loss’ and ‘pocketing’. The protocol in my practices if you score a 3 is to prescribe a course of more advanced gum treatment with our dental hygienists, over 2-3 visits, rather than a more basic ‘clean’.
It sounds like you are referring to a ‘BPE’ (Basic Periodontal Examination). A BPE score of 3 is worse than 2 and it suggests that you have early ‘attachment loss’ and ‘pocketing’. The protocol in my practices if you score a 3 is to prescribe a course of more advanced gum treatment with our dental hygienists, over 2-3 visits, rather than a more basic ‘clean’.
Gum health is mostly down to your ability to remove the plaque deposits and one of the most important roles of a dental hygienist (or dentist/periodontist) is to educate and demonstrate to you the most effective cleaning regimen for you (not everyone can clean to the same level of skill).
I would advise you to discuss this further with your dentist or seek help from a gum specialist or another dentist with an interest in maximising your gum health. Regards, Mark.
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