Periodontics is a specialty of dentistry that deals with the upkeep of health and the diagnosis and treatment of gum disease, as well as the positioning of dental implants in Vancouver. Periodontitis, like any other persistent illness, will progress if untreated or improperly treated. Hence, it is crucial to finish all the steps of the suggested treatment, from beginning to end.

The goals of our Vancouver periodontal therapy treatment is to manage the cause (bacterial plaque) and the risk factors, repair the damage present (pockets) and restore and maintain a healthy oral environment.

Essentially, gum illness is any kind of condition impacting the periodontium – the tissues that surround and support the teeth. Inflammation of the bone is called periodontitis.

The periodontium also includes the gums (or gingiva), the bone of the tooth socket, and the periodontal ligament – a thin layer of connective tissue that holds the tooth in its socket and acts as a cushion between tooth and bone.

Swelling or infection of the gums is called gingivitis. If permitted to advance, gingivitis can become periodontitis, the intrusion and destruction of the underlying bone that anchors the teeth in place. As that occurs, the gums might recede, exposing the root surface areas and enhancing sensitivity to cold and heat. Teeth may even loosen because of bone damage.

There are numerous healing procedures that can be used the ensure clean and healthy gums. Following your comprehensive exam, our Vancouver periodontal dentist will prescribe and describe your necessary gum therapy.