Periodontal Therapy Chestermere
Gum Health
Periodontal Disease Treatment in Chestermere
Gum disease can progress quietly, but early diagnosis and treatment can help protect your teeth, gums, and supporting bone.
Periodontal disease is an infection and inflammation of the tissues that support your teeth, including the gums, ligaments, and jawbone. It is one of the leading causes of tooth loss in adults, especially when it goes untreated.
Call 587-470-1447 to Book a Gum Health ScreeningCommon Signs of Gum Disease
- Bleeding gums when brushing or flossing
- Red, swollen, or tender gums
- Persistent bad breath
- Gum recession or teeth looking longer
- Tooth or gum sensitivity
- Loose or shifting teeth
- Changes in the way your bite feels
Understanding Periodontal Disease
Gingivitis vs. Periodontitis
Gum disease can range from mild inflammation to advanced infection affecting the bone around your teeth.
Gingivitis
Gingivitis is inflammation of the gums, often caused by plaque buildup along the gumline. Gums may bleed easily, look red or swollen, or feel tender.
The good news is that gingivitis is usually reversible with professional care and improved brushing and flossing habits.
Periodontitis
Periodontitis develops when gum disease progresses deeper and begins damaging the bone and connective tissues that hold teeth in place.
This stage is more serious and may require scaling and root planing, periodontal maintenance, medication, or referral for advanced care.
Why Screening Matters
Gum Disease Can Be Easy to Miss
Gum disease does not always cause pain in the early stages. Many people do not realize they have a problem until they notice bleeding, recession, loose teeth, or changes in their bite.
Regular dental exams allow our team to measure gum pockets, check for bleeding, assess tartar buildup, and monitor bone support around the teeth. Catching gum disease early gives you the best chance of controlling it and keeping your natural teeth.
Did You Know?
Bleeding gums are common, but they are not considered healthy. If your gums bleed often when you brush or floss, it may be a sign of inflammation that should be checked.
Bad breath, sensitivity, and gum recession can also be signs that bacteria are affecting the tissues around your teeth.
Treatment Options
How Gum Disease Is Treated
Treatment depends on how advanced the disease is and how your gums and bone are responding.
Professional Cleaning and Home Care
Early gingivitis may improve with professional cleaning, better plaque control, and regular dental checkups.
Scaling and Root Planing
A deep cleaning may be recommended when tartar and bacteria collect below the gumline. Scaling and root planing helps clean the root surfaces and reduce inflammation.
Periodontal Maintenance
After treatment, many patients need maintenance visits every 3 to 6 months to help prevent the disease from becoming active again.
Additional Care When Needed
In more advanced cases, antibiotics, bone grafting, or referral to a periodontal specialist may be recommended.
How to Help Prevent Gum Disease
Prevention starts with daily plaque control. Brush twice a day, floss or clean between your teeth daily, and keep regular dental cleanings and exams. If you smoke, have diabetes, take certain medications, or have a family history of gum disease, your risk may be higher.
Our team can recommend a cleaning schedule and home care routine based on your gum health, not just a one-size-fits-all timeline.
Protect Your Natural Teeth
Book a Periodontal Screening in Chestermere
If you have bleeding gums, gum recession, bad breath, sensitivity, or concerns about gum disease, Rainbow Falls Dental can help you understand your next steps.
Call 587-470-1447