Gum Disease & Bad Breath
Periodontal Treatment in Calgary NE
Gum disease does not have to mean losing teeth. Cornerbrook Smiles Dental provides periodontal treatment for every stage of gum disease, from early gingivitis to more advanced periodontitis, with appointments available seven days a week from 8am to 8pm. We serve patients across Cornerstone, Cityscape, Redstone, and Skyview Ranch in northeast Calgary.
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Overview
Periodontal treatment addresses gum disease, an infection of the tissue and bone that support your teeth. Left untreated, gum disease can progress from mild irritation to a more serious condition that damages the structures holding your teeth in place. Treating it early, before significant damage occurs, gives the best chance of stopping the disease in its tracks and protecting your smile long term.
What Is Periodontal Treatment
Periodontal treatment covers a range of approaches depending on how advanced the gum disease is. For early stages, this often means a deep cleaning and a personalized home care routine. For more advanced cases, treatment may involve more intensive procedures to remove bacteria from below the gumline and help the gums reattach to the teeth. The goal at every stage is the same, stop the disease from progressing and protect the bone and tissue supporting your teeth.
Signs of Gum Disease
- Gums that bleed when you brush or floss
- Red, swollen, or tender gums
- Gums that appear to be pulling away from your teeth
- Persistent bad breath that does not improve with brushing
- Teeth that feel loose or have started to shift
- Pain when chewing
If any of this sounds familiar, addressing it sooner rather than later gives you the best chance at reversing the early stages of gum disease before more serious damage occurs.
Stages of Gum Disease
Gingivitis is the earliest stage of gum disease, involving redness, swelling, and bleeding of the gums without any bone loss yet. This stage is generally reversible with a professional cleaning and improved home care. Periodontitis develops when gingivitis is left untreated, and it involves the gums pulling away from the teeth, forming pockets that trap bacteria and lead to bone loss over time. Periodontitis requires more involved treatment and ongoing maintenance to control, and while the damage already done cannot always be fully reversed, treatment can stop it from progressing further.
What Is Included
- A thorough exam measuring pocket depth around each tooth
- A conversation about your symptoms, oral hygiene routine, and any medications you take
- A personalized treatment plan based on the stage of gum disease present
- Ongoing periodontal maintenance to keep the disease under control
Why Patients Choose Us for This
- Treatment available at every stage, from early gingivitis to advanced periodontitis
- A personalized home care plan built around your specific needs
- Open seven days a week from 8am to 8pm
- Direct billing to most major insurance providers
- Over 20 years of combined clinical experience
What to Expect at Your Visit
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We listen first.Tell us about your symptoms, when they started, and your current oral hygiene routine, along with any medications you take that could affect your gum health.
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We explain your options.You will get an honest assessment of what stage your gum disease is at, all viable treatment options, and a transparent estimate before any work starts.
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We treat you with care.Treatment is tailored to your specific stage of gum disease, and our team will walk you through what to expect at each step.
Life After Periodontal Treatment
Successfully treating gum disease is not a one time event, it requires an ongoing partnership between your home care routine and regular maintenance visits. After initial treatment, most patients move to a periodontal maintenance schedule, which is typically more frequent than a standard cleaning, to keep bacteria levels under control and catch any recurrence early. Consistent brushing, flossing, and attending your scheduled maintenance visits gives you the best chance of keeping gum disease from returning or progressing further.
Cost of Periodontal Treatment
The cost of periodontal treatment depends on the stage of gum disease present and the type of treatment needed, since early stage gingivitis requires far less intervention than advanced periodontitis. Call us at (403) 300-4444 for a personalized quote after your exam, and ask about direct billing if you have dental insurance.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is periodontal treatment?
Periodontal treatment refers to the range of approaches used to treat gum disease, from a deep cleaning for early stage gingivitis to more involved procedures for advanced periodontitis. The goal is to stop the disease from progressing and protect the bone and tissue supporting your teeth.
How much does periodontal treatment cost?
Cost depends on the stage of gum disease present and the type of treatment needed. Call us at (403) 300-4444 for a personalized quote after your exam.
Can gum disease be reversed?
Early stage gingivitis is generally reversible with a professional cleaning and improved home care. More advanced periodontitis cannot always be fully reversed, but treatment can stop it from progressing further and protect the teeth and gums you have.
Is periodontal treatment painful?
Most periodontal treatments are performed with local anesthetic to keep you comfortable. Some mild soreness afterward is common, similar to what you might feel after a thorough cleaning, and typically resolves within a day or two.
How often do I need periodontal maintenance?
After initial treatment, most patients move to a periodontal maintenance schedule that is more frequent than a standard six month cleaning, often every three to four months, to keep the disease under control. Your dentist will recommend a schedule based on your specific situation.
Book Your Periodontal Treatment Consultation
Do not let gum disease progress. Book your periodontal treatment consultation with Cornerbrook Smiles Dental today.
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