Gum Disease Treatment in NW Calgary

Gum Disease Treatment at All Smiles Dental Care

Gum disease is an infection of the tissues that hold your teeth in place. Treatment aims to remove the bacteria and tartar that cause it, calm the inflammation and protect the gum and bone you still have. What you need depends on how far the disease has gone and on your overall health.

We start with the least invasive care that suits your case. For many patients that means a professional cleaning or a deep cleaning, followed by regular check-ups of the gums. Our clinic at 5149 Country Hills Blvd NW treats patients from Country Hills, Hamptons, Hidden Valley, Panorama Hills, Coventry Hills, Evanston, Sandstone, Kincora, Nolan Hill, Sherwood and the rest of NW Calgary.

If you have bleeding gums, bad breath that does not go away or gums that look red and swollen, call 403-777-3567 to book an exam. You can also read about the signs and causes of gum disease on our main gum disease page.

Gum Disease Treatment Options

The table below shows the main options, what each one does and when it is usually used. Your dentist will recommend the right mix after your exam.

Gum disease that has gone beyond what non-surgical care can address may need more advanced treatment. If that applies to you, your dentist will explain the options and the next steps at your visit.

What Is Scaling and Root Planing?

Scaling and root planing is a deep cleaning for the area below the gum line. It has two parts.

• Scaling removes plaque and hardened tartar from the tooth surfaces, including inside the pockets between your teeth and gums.
• Root planing smooths the root surfaces so bacteria find it harder to cling and the gum can settle back against the tooth.

We use local anesthesia so you stay comfortable during the visit. Deep cleaning is often done in sections, so it may take more than one appointment, depending on how much of your mouth is affected. If dental visits make you nervous, ask about our sedation options, which include nitrous oxide and oral sedation.

What Happens at Your Gum Disease Appointment

Can Gum Disease Be Cured?

Early gum disease, called gingivitis, can be reversed with better daily cleaning and a professional cleaning. Once the disease has reached the bone (periodontitis), lost bone does not simply grow back on its own. It can usually be kept under control with treatment and regular maintenance. We explain more in our guide on whether gum disease can be cured.

Life After Treatment

Gum disease is a long-term condition, and the bacteria can return. After active treatment, your dentist will set up follow-up visits to check your healing. Ongoing care, including more frequent professional cleanings, helps keep the disease under control. Read about periodontal maintenance to see what those visits include.

Your home care matters just as much. Brush twice a day with a soft toothbrush, clean between your teeth daily and avoid tobacco. Our team will show you the techniques that suit your mouth. For ideas you can start today, read 5 tips for healthier gums and foods to eat if you have gum disease.

Why Choose All Smiles Dental Care for Gum Disease Treatment

• General dentists caring for children and adults at one family-friendly clinic
• Digital X-rays and intraoral cameras to see what is happening in your mouth
• Sedation options, including nitrous oxide and oral sedation, and local anesthesia
• Direct insurance billing
• 0% financing available
• Monday evening hours, early Thursday and Friday starts and Saturday appointments
• Emergency appointment times held open each day
• A convenient NW Calgary location in the Country Hills area

Cost of Gum Disease Treatment

The cost depends on your treatment plan, including how much of your mouth needs treatment and how many visits you need. We cannot give an accurate figure before your dentist examines you. We bill insurance directly and offer 0% financing, so call 403-777-3567 to ask about your coverage and payment options.