Periodontal Disease Treatment in Kanata
Protecting Your Gums and Supporting Your Smile
Periodontal disease, also known as gum disease, is an infection and inflammation of the tissues that support your teeth. At March Dental in Kanata, we help patients identify, manage, and treat gum disease before it causes more serious damage to the gums, bone, and teeth. Healthy gums are essential for a healthy smile, and early treatment can make a meaningful difference in protecting your long-term oral health.
Gum disease often begins quietly. Some patients notice bleeding when brushing or flossing, while others may have bad breath, gum tenderness, swelling, or gum recession. In more advanced stages, periodontal disease can lead to loose teeth, bone loss, changes in the bite, and even tooth loss. Because symptoms are not always obvious at first, regular dental exams and cleanings are important for early detection.
March Dental provides periodontal disease care for patients in Kanata, Stittsville, Carp, Constance Bay, Arnprior, Smiths Falls, Ottawa, and surrounding communities.
Periodontal Disease Diagnosis
Diagnosing periodontal disease begins with a careful assessment of your gums, teeth, bone support, and oral health history. During your exam at March Dental, our team will look for common signs of gum disease, including bleeding, redness, swelling, gum recession, loose teeth, persistent bad breath, and changes in the way your teeth fit together.
Your hygienist or dentist may measure the spaces between your teeth and gums, often called periodontal pockets. Deeper pockets can indicate that gum tissue has pulled away from the teeth, allowing bacteria to collect below the gumline. Dental X-rays may also be recommended to check for bone loss around the teeth.
We also consider factors that may increase your risk of gum disease, such as smoking, diabetes, dry mouth, certain medications, genetics, stress, and inconsistent home care. Once we understand the stage and severity of the condition, we can recommend a periodontal treatment plan tailored to your needs.
Periodontal Disease Treatment
Periodontal disease treatment depends on how advanced the condition is. For early gum inflammation, professional dental cleanings, improved brushing and flossing, and more frequent hygiene visits may help restore healthier gums. When gum disease has progressed below the gumline, deeper cleaning may be needed to remove plaque, tartar, and bacteria from periodontal pockets.
At March Dental, treatment may include scaling and root planing, targeted gum therapy, home care instruction, and ongoing monitoring. We also offer laser therapy for gum disease treatment when appropriate. Laser therapy can be used as part of periodontal care to target bacteria and support healthier gum tissue with a precise approach.
The goal of treatment is to control infection, reduce inflammation, improve gum health, and help protect the bone and tissues that support your teeth. If gum disease is more advanced, additional treatment or referral to a periodontal specialist may be recommended.
Periodontal Disease Maintenance
Periodontal disease often requires ongoing maintenance to keep it under control. Even after active treatment, bacteria can return below the gumline if plaque and tartar are not managed consistently. For this reason, periodontal maintenance appointments may be recommended more often than standard dental cleanings.
During maintenance visits, our dental hygiene team will clean above and below the gumline, monitor gum pocket depths, check for bleeding or inflammation, and evaluate whether the condition is stable. These appointments help reduce the risk of further bone loss, gum recession, loose teeth, and tooth loss.
At home, daily brushing, flossing, and cleaning between the teeth are essential. Some patients may benefit from interdental brushes, water flossers, antimicrobial rinses, or other tools recommended by the dental team. With regular maintenance and good home care, many patients can manage periodontal disease and protect their smiles long term.
Gum Disease Care at March Dental
At March Dental, we take a supportive and non-judgmental approach to periodontal care. Many patients feel embarrassed about bleeding gums, tartar buildup, or time away from the dentist, but our goal is to help you move forward with clear information and comfortable treatment.
Our Kanata dental team will assess your gums, explain what we find, and recommend a treatment plan that fits your needs. Whether you have early signs of gingivitis or need ongoing periodontal maintenance, we are here to help you protect your smile.
If you are experiencing bleeding gums, bad breath, gum recession, loose teeth, or concerns about periodontal disease, contact March Dental today to book an appointment. New patients are welcome, and same-day appointments may be available for urgent dental concerns.
Frequently Asked Questions
Periodontal disease, or gum disease, is an infection and inflammation of the gums and supporting tissues around the teeth. It can lead to gum recession, bone loss, loose teeth, and tooth loss if left untreated.
Periodontal disease is diagnosed through a gum assessment, pocket depth measurements, review of symptoms, examination of gum recession or bleeding, and dental X-rays when needed to check for bone loss.
Treatment may include professional cleanings, scaling and root planing, improved home care, periodontal maintenance, and laser therapy when appropriate. Advanced cases may require specialist care.
Yes. March Dental offers laser therapy for gum disease treatment when appropriate. Your dental team can assess your gums and determine whether laser therapy should be part of your periodontal care plan.
The schedule depends on the severity of your gum disease and how stable your gums are after treatment. Many patients with periodontal disease need maintenance visits more often than every six months.