Periodontics and Gum Care in North York

Periodontal care focuses on the gums and other tissues supporting teeth. Gingivitis and periodontitis are different conditions. The extent of inflammation and any loss of support determine the appropriate treatment and review.

Bleeding, recession, persistent bad breath or movement of a tooth deserve assessment. Some periodontal disease develops without much pain. Mention smoking, diabetes and changes in medication or general health.

Gum measurements, examination findings and imaging when needed help establish a baseline. Ask what these findings mean and whether an area requires monitoring, treatment or specialist advice.

Scaling, root planing and periodontal maintenance may be recommended for particular needs. More complex disease or recession may require referral or a surgical discussion. Not everyone needs the same intervention. See our gum disease treatment overview and gum and bone grafting assessment page.

The team checks how the tissues respond and identifies areas that still need attention. Lost supporting bone is not simply restored by a cleaning. Ongoing care is important even when bleeding improves.

Review intervals depend on the disease history, response to care and risk factors. Ask what signs you should watch for between visits. A maintenance plan should be explained rather than copied from a routine cleaning schedule.

Brush gently along the gumline and clean between teeth with tools suited to your spaces. Ask for help with difficult areas. Consistency matters, and professional care cannot replace daily cleaning.

Request an assessment for gum bleeding, recession or concerns about supporting tissues. Eligible CDCP periodontal services are subject to limits, criteria and possible preauthorization; confirm the specific procedure.

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Are bleeding gums normal?

Recurring bleeding deserves assessment. Inflammation and periodontal disease may be involved, even when there is little pain.

Can a cleaning reverse gum disease?

Gingivitis may improve with appropriate care. Periodontitis involves loss of support that is not simply reversed by routine cleaning.

What is periodontal maintenance?

It is ongoing care chosen for a person with a periodontal treatment history or identified needs. The interval reflects risk and response.

When do I need a periodontist?

Complex disease, persistent deep pockets or significant recession may benefit from specialist assessment. Ask how referral and maintenance will be coordinated.

Does CDCP cover gum care?

Eligible periodontal procedures are subject to limits, clinical criteria and possible preauthorization. Bone grafts are excluded; the exact procedure matters.

How is gum disease measured at an assessment?

Your dentist or hygienist checks the gumline around each tooth with a fine probe to measure pocket depths, notes bleeding and inflammation, and may take X-rays to look at the bone levels. These findings, with your symptoms and risk factors, show whether the condition is gingivitis or periodontitis and which treatment is appropriate.

What happens if gum disease is not treated?

Gingivitis can progress to periodontitis, where the tissues and bone supporting the teeth break down. Over time this can loosen teeth and make treatment more involved. Early assessment keeps simpler options open and lets your dentist plan maintenance before damage advances.

For patient education, see the Ontario Dental Association oral health resources. For coverage, consult the current official CDCP benefits guide.

Vita Dentistry’s dentists practise to the standards of the Royal College of Dental Surgeons of Ontario (RCDSO). You can verify a dentist’s registration on the RCDSO website.