Periodontics

At Assiniboine Dental Group in Winnipeg, our dentists help our patients prevent and manage periodontal (gum) disease.

Gum Disease Treatment Options

It is important to treat gum disease because it can affect a number of health issues, including heart health, diabetes, and the ability to lead a healthy lifestyle. 

Periodontal treatment methods depend upon the severity of the disease. 

• Preventive Therapy

  If gum disease is caught early, preventive therapy is recommended. Good oral hygiene practices and preventative therapy are essential in keeping periodontal disease under control.

  Proper brushing and flossing go a long way toward keeping gum disease at bay. Using an antibacterial toothpaste or mouth rinse can kill bacteria and lessen the amount of plaque in your mouth.

• Non-Surgical Gum Therapy

  For patients with a mild form of gum disease, non-surgical gum therapy may be sufficient to reverse it.

  Non-surgical gum therapy is a deep cleaning performed by a dental hygienist. The hygienist will scrape away the plaque and tartar around and below the gum line, and smooth out any rough areas left behind through a process called scaling and root planing.

• Surgical Gum Therapy

  For patients with more advanced forms of gum disease, more invasive surgical treatments may be necessary to reverse the effects.

  There are a few different types of surgical gum therapy, including gum grafting and bone grafting.

• Post-Treatment Maintenance

  Once your periodontal treatment is complete, our dentists will recommend that you have regular dental examinations and practice preventive therapy.