Periodontal Treatment Toronto

Like a house needs a firm foundation, so do your teeth. Your gums provide this essential groundwork and are the basis for a healthy, functional mouth. Preventive dental appointments are the key to keeping your teeth and gums healthy and are also your first line of defence against periodontal (gum) disease. Your team at Toronto Lakeshore Dental is here to help you keep your gums healthy and your smile beautiful!

What Is Periodontal Disease?

Gum disease is an infection of the soft tissue and bone that support your teeth.

Gum disease occurs when there is an excessive amount of plaque buildup, which causes pockets of bacteria to form around and below the gum line. This accumulation of bacteria then causes gum infection and inflammation. If left untreated, gum disease will eventually weaken the support system for your teeth and can even lead to tooth loss. Gum disease is the most common cause of tooth loss in adults, and most American adults suffer from some form of gum disease. Luckily, your dentists at Toronto Lakeshore Dental are here to help you prevent and control gum disease. 

If you notice blood in the sink when you brush your teeth, or that your gums look red, puffy, and swollen, you may be seeing the first signs of gum disease, or gingivitis. Now is a great time to contact our Etobicoke dental clinic because we can help you successfully manage your condition. With a thorough cleaning and improvements in your home care routine, together we can control gum disease. Many patients are even able to reverse their gingivitis at this stage before it progresses any further.

The more advanced stage of gum disease is called periodontitis. In this stage, the gums tend to recede, and your teeth may feel loose. A cleaning technique known as scaling and root planing helps control periodontitis. 

This deep cleaning allows your dentist to get below the gum line to eliminate the cause of your infection, which is a heavy buildup of tartar. Depending on your unique case, our dentists may also recommend undergoing antibiotic therapy or gum surgery for more severe cases of periodontitis.

Periodontal Health and Your Overall Health

Recent studies indicate that there is a connection between your periodontal health and other health concerns in the body such as diabetes, heart disease, high blood pressure, stroke, and vice versa. In addition, we now understand that the bacteria that cause gum disease can enter the bloodstream and contribute to the inflammation-causing these other health issues.

This is known as the oral-systemic connection, and from this information, we’ve learned that it’s never been more important to take good care of your oral health to maintain your overall health and well-being. So if you find yourself facing gum disease, your team at Toronto Lakeshore Dental can help no matter what stage it’s in.

Protect Your Oral Health in Etobicoke

Your health is too important to risk! Give us a call today to schedule your next cleaning and checkup.