Why Periodontics
Periodontics specializes in treating gum disease and maintaining the supporting structures around your teeth. From deep cleanings to advanced therapies, periodontal care prevents tooth loss, eliminates infection, and restores oral health—protecting both your smile and overall wellbeing through proven, gentle techniques.
Why You Need This Service
Untreated gum disease leads to tooth loss, bone deterioration, and serious health complications. Professional periodontal treatment stops progression, eliminates infection, and preserves your natural teeth effectively and permanently.
How it Works
Our Periodontal Treatment Process
Why Choose Bristles Dental for Periodontics?
Our periodontal specialists use advanced techniques and comfortable approaches, delivering effective treatment that saves teeth at our experienced Parksville BC dental clinic.
What Sets Us Apart
✓ Specialized Periodontal Training
Our team has completed advanced education in periodontics, treating hundreds of gum disease cases with proven success. We understand complex periodontal conditions and deliver expert, evidence-based care.
✓ Advanced Treatment Technology
We use modern periodontal instruments, laser therapy options, and regenerative techniques that are more effective and comfortable than traditional methods—faster healing, better outcomes consistently.
✓ Gentle, Anxiety-Free Approach
Even deep cleanings and procedures get the Bristles treatment: effective numbing, sedation options, and our signature comfort amenities. Periodontal care shouldn’t be something you dread.
✓ Comprehensive Maintenance Programs
After initial treatment, we create personalized maintenance schedules to keep your gums healthy long-term. Preventing recurrence is as important as the initial treatment itself for lasting results.
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Common Inquiries
Is gum disease treatment painful?
No. We use effective local anesthesia and offer sedation options for complete comfort. Most patients report minimal discomfort during and after periodontal treatment procedures.
How long does periodontal treatment take?
Scaling and root planing typically requires 1-2 appointments. More advanced procedures vary. We’ll provide a detailed timeline during your consultation at our Parksville clinic.
Will my insurance cover periodontal treatment?
Most dental plans cover medically necessary periodontal care. We’ll verify your benefits, maximize coverage, and explain costs transparently before starting any treatment here.
Can gum disease be cured permanently?
Gum disease can be successfully treated and controlled with proper care and maintenance. Regular appointments at Bristles Dental and excellent home care prevent recurrence effectively.
What happens if I don't treat gum disease?
Untreated gum disease progresses to tooth loss, bone deterioration, and potential systemic health issues. Early treatment is always simpler, less costly, and more successful long-term.
How often do I need periodontal maintenance?
Most patients need maintenance cleanings every 3-4 months after treatment. This frequency prevents disease recurrence and maintains the healthy gums we’ve worked to restore together.
Are there alternatives to traditional gum surgery?
Yes. We offer laser-assisted therapy and minimally invasive techniques that are often effective alternatives to traditional surgery. We’ll recommend the least invasive option appropriate for you.