Gum disease treatment for healthier gums and teeth
• Treat gingivitis and periodontitis before they progress
• Protect the gums, bone, and tissues supporting your teeth
• Personalized gum disease treatment plans for long-term oral health
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What is gum disease?
Signs and symptoms of gum disease
Gum disease treatment process
Why Westmount for gum disease treatment?
Before and after
FAQs
What is gum disease?
Gum disease, also known as periodontal disease, is an infection that affects the gums, ligaments, and bone supporting your teeth.
The earliest stage is known as gingivitis, which causes red, swollen, and bleeding gums. At this stage, the condition is often reversible with professional care and improved oral hygiene.
If left untreated, gingivitis can progress into periodontitis, a more advanced condition that damages the bone and tissues supporting the teeth. As the disease advances, pockets form around the teeth where bacteria accumulate, increasing the risk of tooth loss and other oral health complications.
Signs and symptoms of gum disease
Treatment recommendations are based on the severity of the disease, your oral health history, and your individual risk factors.
Gum disease treatment process
Our periodontal disease treatment process is designed to eliminate infection, reduce inflammation, and protect your teeth.
Comprehensive examination
We evaluate your gums, measure periodontal pockets, and assess bone support around your teeth.
Diagnosis and treatment planning
Based on your condition, we develop a personalized gum disease treatment plan.
Non-surgical periodontal treatment
Our Doctors perform scaling and root planing, a meticulous cleaning and careful smoothing of the tooth surfaces to remove harmful bacteria and deposits below the gumline.
Adjunctive treatment
Additional therapy such as oral hygiene instruction and antibiotics may be recommended to improve healing and control infection.
Ongoing gum health maintenance
We monitor healing and assess the effectiveness of treatment. Regular maintenance appointments help prevent disease recurrence and support long-term health.
Ready to improve your gum health?
Early periodontal disease treatment can help prevent gum disease from progressing and protect your long-term oral health.
Gum grafting before and after results
Successful periodontal disease treatment can reduce inflammation, eliminate infection, improve gum health, and help preserve natural teeth for years to come.
Schedule a periodontal disease treatment consultation
Whether you need to repair a chipped tooth or completely refresh your smile, our team is here to help you feel confident in your results.
The Westmount Dental Difference
We combine state-of-the-art technology with genuine care to make every visit comfortable and effective.
Advanced Technology
Digital X-rays, intraoral cameras, and laser dentistry for precise, comfortable treatments with faster healing.
Gentle, Caring Team
Our friendly staff go above and beyond to ensure every patient — from toddlers to seniors — feels safe and at ease.
Flexible Scheduling
Evening and Saturday appointments available so dental care fits into your busy family schedule without stress.
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Years of Experience
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Happy Patients
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Patient Satisfaction
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Common questions about gum disease
We’re here to help. Browse the most common questions about oral surgery below, or reach out to our team directly.
Gum disease is a bacterial infection that affects the gums, ligaments, and bone supporting the teeth.
Gingivitis is the early, reversible stage of gum disease. Periodontitis is a more advanced stage that can cause permanent damage to the supporting structures around teeth.
Common symptoms include bleeding gums, swollen gums, bad breath, gum recession, loose teeth, and changes in bite alignment.
Periodontal therapy includes treatments designed to eliminate infection, reduce inflammation, and restore gum health, often through scaling and root planing.
Most periodontal treatments are well tolerated, and we offer options to maximize comfort during care.
Many dental insurance plans provide coverage for periodontal evaluations, scaling, root planing, and maintenance therapy. Our team can help review your benefits.
Testimonials
Our Happy Customers
Join thousands of happy patients who trust us for gentle, expert care and beautiful smiles.
Marisa L.
Customer
“My experience at Westmount Dental is extremely satisfying to my needs. I feel that the staff members are very welcoming and I greatly enjoy coming to this office.”
Andy R.
Customer
“A friend informed me that you are open on Sundays. I came to you with one wish, “All I want for Chanukah is my two front teeth (which I cracked).” You fixed it and I became a regular patient. Thank you.”
Katia L.
Customer
“As an Invisalign patient I feel that the treatment was very rewarding. I’m very impressed with my new smile. Dr. Buzaglo, Dr. Bana and the team at Westmount Dental have made me feel good about myself again!”