Gum Health
Gum Disease Treatment in Gloucester, Ottawa
Treatment for bleeding, receding or infected gums, and the ongoing gum care that keeps them stable.
- Accepting new patients
- 1942 Montreal Road, Gloucester
About the Treatment
Gum Care and Gum Disease Treatment in Gloucester
Gum disease is common and often causes no discomfort in its early stages, which is why it is easy to miss. Left untreated it can lead to tooth loss. At Ogilvie Dental we treat it at every stage, from early gingivitis through to gum surgery where cleaning alone can no longer reach.
Gingivitis is the early stage: the gums are inflamed and may bleed, but the bone that holds the teeth is not yet affected, and it can usually be reversed with professional cleaning and good home care. Periodontitis is the later stage, where the infection damages the bone and tissue supporting the teeth. It can be controlled with treatment, but lost support does not grow back on its own.
Scaling & Root Planing
Deep cleaning to remove plaque and tartar from below the gum line.
Gum Surgery
Where gum disease has progressed beyond what cleaning alone can reach. Cases needing specialist care are referred to a periodontist.
Maintenance Care
Ongoing visits to keep the gums stable and help stop the disease returning.
Signs & Symptoms
Signs of Gum Disease
Any of these is worth having checked. Gum disease can also be present without obvious signs, which an examination will pick up.
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Bleeding gums
Bleeding when you brush or floss.
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Red, swollen or tender gums
Gums that look puffy or darker red, or feel sore.
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Persistent bad breath
Bad breath or a bad taste that does not go away.
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Receding gums
Gums pulling back so the teeth look longer.
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Loose or shifting teeth
Teeth that feel loose or have started to move.
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A change in your bite
Teeth meeting differently when you bite together.
Benefits
Benefits of Gum Treatment
What gum treatment aims to achieve. Keeping the results depends on home care and maintenance visits.
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Protects Teeth and Bone
Treating gum disease helps protect the bone and tissue that hold your teeth.
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Healthier Gums
Aims to reduce inflammation and bleeding and return the gums to a healthy state.
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Fresher Breath
Addresses the bacteria that contribute to persistent bad breath.
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Kept Stable
Maintenance visits help keep gum disease from returning.
If your gums bleed when you brush, it is worth having them looked at rather than waiting for discomfort. Our Airflow cleaning reaches into gum pockets and is one option discussed at a hygiene appointment.
What to Expect
How Gum Disease Is Treated
Treatment is matched to the stage the disease has reached.
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Examination
We check the gums, measure the pockets around the teeth and take X-rays where needed to see whether the bone is affected.
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Scaling and Root Planing
Deep cleaning removes plaque and tartar from below the gum line.
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Gum Surgery Where Needed
Used where gum disease has progressed beyond what cleaning alone can reach.
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Referral for Specialist Care
Cases needing specialist care are referred to a periodontist. We will tell you if that applies to you.
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Maintenance
Ongoing visits and good home care help keep the gums stable and stop the disease returning.
Gum Disease Treatment FAQs
Common questions about gum disease treatment. For anything else, call 613-321-0265.
Can I have gum disease without knowing?
Yes. Gum disease is common and often causes no discomfort in its early stages, which is why it is easy to miss and why examinations matter.
What is the difference between gingivitis and periodontitis?
Gingivitis is the early stage: the gums are inflamed and may bleed, but the bone is not yet affected, and it can usually be reversed with professional cleaning and good home care. Periodontitis is the later stage, where the infection damages the bone and tissue supporting the teeth. It can be controlled with treatment, but lost support does not grow back on its own.
When is gum surgery needed?
Gum surgery is used where gum disease has progressed beyond what cleaning alone can reach. Cases needing specialist care are referred to a periodontist, and we will tell you if that applies to you.
Will gum disease come back after treatment?
It can. Maintenance visits and good home care are aimed at stopping it returning, so gum treatment is not a one-off. Your dentist will explain what upkeep your gums need.
Can I use my insurance or CDCP for this treatment?
Call us on 613-321-0265 about CDCP, IFHP or workplace insurance and we will explain what applies to you. What is covered depends on your own plan. We give you an estimate before any work begins.
Contact & Booking
Concerned About Your Gums? Book an Assessment in Gloucester
Bleeding, swollen or receding gums are worth having checked. We will explain what we find and give you an estimate before any work begins.
- Accepting new patients
- Estimate before treatment
- Ask about CDCP, IFHP & workplace insurance
Ogilvie Dental · Dr. Kohila Kandasamy & Associates · General dental practice
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Call Us
613-321-0265To book or ask a question.
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Visit Us
1942 Montreal Road
Gloucester, ON K1J 6N2 Get directions (opens Google Maps in a new tab) -
Email Us
info@ogilviedental.comFor non-urgent questions.
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Office Hours
Office hours Monday 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM Tuesday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Wednesday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Thursday 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM Friday 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM Saturday By Appointment Sunday Closed Hours can change around public holidays, so please call ahead.