Aster Dental Centre provides periodontal assessments in Edmonton for gum and supporting-tissue concerns. Book an appointment if your gums bleed, feel swollen, appear to be receding, or you have been told you have gum disease.
The team examines your gums and teeth and may measure gum pockets or recommend diagnostic images when appropriate. Your care plan can include professional cleaning, home-care guidance, periodontal maintenance, or referral, depending on the findings.
Gingivitis is the early stage of gum disease, characterized by red, swollen, and bleeding gums without any loss of the bone or connective tissue supporting the teeth. At Aster Dental Centre, gingivitis is typically resolved with a thorough professional cleaning and improved home care, making it fully reversible with no lasting damage.
Periodontitis is the advanced stage where the infection has spread below the gumline, creating periodontal pockets and beginning to destroy the bone holding teeth in place. This bone loss is permanent. Treatment requires scaling and root planing, a deep cleaning procedure that removes bacterial deposits from the root surfaces and smooths them to prevent future attachment. Most patients at our Edmonton clinic need 2 to 4 appointments to complete a full-mouth course of periodontal treatment.
Scaling and root planing at Aster Dental Centre is performed one or two quadrants at a time under local anaesthetic so the procedure is comfortable. The dentist or hygienist uses specialized instruments to clean below the gumline, removing calculus (hardened tartar) from root surfaces and then smoothing the roots to discourage bacterial re-attachment.
After treatment, a follow-up appointment is scheduled 4 to 6 weeks later to measure pocket depths and assess healing. Most patients see significant gum pocket reduction after one course of scaling and root planing. Some patients with severe periodontitis may need additional treatment or referral to a periodontist for surgical intervention.
Scaling and root planing at Aster Dental Centre in Edmonton is priced from $200 to $500 CAD per quadrant (the mouth is divided into four quadrants). A full-mouth course of treatment typically costs $800 to $2,000 CAD depending on severity and number of sessions required. Most Canadian dental plans provide coverage for periodontal treatment; the exact percentage varies by plan.
Aster Dental Centre direct-bills all major insurers, including Manulife, Sun Life, Canada Life, and Green Shield Canada. For patients without coverage, the practice offers 0% financing. Treating gum disease early almost always costs significantly less than the extractions and replacements needed when periodontitis progresses to the point of tooth loss.
Research consistently shows that untreated periodontal disease is associated with higher rates of cardiovascular disease, poorly controlled type 2 diabetes, preterm birth, and respiratory infections. The bacteria responsible for gum disease can enter the bloodstream through inflamed gum tissue and contribute to systemic inflammation.
At Aster Dental Centre, patients with diabetes are encouraged to maintain 3 to 4 month recall intervals rather than the standard 6 months because elevated blood sugar impairs gum healing and accelerates periodontal progression. Conversely, treating gum disease has been shown in published studies to improve blood sugar control in diabetic patients. Dr. Bhanushali notes this connection clearly when discussing treatment priorities with at-risk patients.
Visit Aster Dental Centre if you notice gums that bleed when brushing or flossing, gums that are red, swollen, or tender, persistent bad breath, gums that appear to be pulling away from your teeth, loose teeth, or a change in how your bite feels. These are common signs of gingivitis or periodontitis. The earlier gum disease is caught, the more treatment options are available.
Scaling and root planing at Aster Dental Centre is performed under local anaesthetic, so the treatment itself is comfortable for most patients. Some tenderness and sensitivity in the treated areas is normal for 3 to 5 days after each appointment and is manageable with over-the-counter pain relief. Nitrous oxide and oral sedation are available for patients who are anxious about the procedure or have highly sensitive gum tissue.
Most patients at Aster Dental Centre complete scaling and root planing in 2 to 4 appointments, treating one or two quadrants per visit to allow local anaesthetic to wear off before eating. A follow-up evaluation is scheduled 4 to 6 weeks after the final treatment appointment to measure gum pocket depths and assess healing. Patients with severe periodontitis may require additional sessions or a specialist referral.
After completing periodontal treatment, Aster Dental Centre typically recommends periodontal maintenance cleanings every 3 to 4 months rather than the standard 6-month interval. Gum disease has a tendency to recur once the bacterial environment becomes favourable again, and more frequent cleanings prevent this. Over time, if your gum health remains stable, the interval may be extended based on your individual response to treatment.
Most Canadian dental plans include coverage for periodontal treatment, including scaling and root planing, though the percentage covered and any annual maximums vary by plan. Aster Dental Centre direct-bills Manulife, Sun Life, Canada Life, Green Shield, Alberta Blue Cross, and all major Canadian insurers. A predetermination can be submitted before treatment to confirm your exact out-of-pocket cost.
Gingivitis is fully reversible with professional cleaning and consistent home care. Periodontitis, in its advanced stage, cannot restore lost bone, but it can be effectively controlled so that further bone loss is halted. Patients who complete periodontal treatment at Aster Dental Centre and maintain their 3 to 4 month recall schedule typically see stable gum health for years. The key variable is consistent home care between appointments.
Contact Aster Dental Centre to discuss periodontal treatment in Edmonton. The team can answer booking questions and arrange the next suitable appointment.
For patient education about what periodontal treatment may involve, when it may be considered, and questions to ask, visit the matching Treatment Guide.
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