Periodontal Therapy
in Toronto
Targeted treatment for gum disease — from early gingivitis to advanced periodontitis. Protect the healthy foundation your teeth depend on with personalized periodontal care at Smiles and More.
Protecting Your Gums,
Protecting Your Smile
Gum disease is the leading cause of tooth loss in adults — and the majority of cases are preventable or treatable when caught early. At Smiles and More, Dr. Sujatha Prabhakaran brings specialized expertise in periodontal care to every patient assessment. She is the recipient of the Academic Merit Award in Dental Hygiene and has 18 years of experience in gum health.
Periodontal therapy at our Scarborough clinic ranges from non-surgical deep cleaning and antibiotic therapy to ongoing maintenance programs. Research now firmly links untreated gum disease to increased risk of heart disease, diabetes complications, and adverse pregnancy outcomes — making periodontal health a matter of whole-body wellness.
Our Periodontal Services
Periodontal Assessment
Full-mouth charting measuring pocket depths, recession, bone levels, and bleeding on probing to precisely diagnose gum disease severity.
Scaling & Root Planing
Deep cleaning below the gumline to remove bacterial plaque and calculus from root surfaces — the gold standard non-surgical treatment for periodontitis.
Local Antibiotic Therapy
Targeted antibiotic placement directly into periodontal pockets to eliminate bacteria that scaling cannot reach.
Periodontal Maintenance
Customized 3–4 month maintenance cleaning schedule for patients with a history of gum disease to prevent recurrence.
Laser-Assisted Therapy
Low-level laser therapy to reduce bacterial load in periodontal pockets and accelerate gum tissue healing.
Gingivitis Treatment
Early-stage gum disease is fully reversible with thorough prophylaxis and improved home care — we catch it before it becomes periodontitis.
Oral Hygiene Coaching
Personalized brushing and flossing instruction to address the root habits driving gum disease.
Gum Grafting Referral
For severe gum recession requiring surgical correction, we coordinate referrals to trusted periodontist specialists in the Toronto area.
Your Periodontal Treatment, Step by Step
Periodontal Assessment
Full-mouth pocket depth measurements, X-rays, and photographic records establish your baseline and guide your treatment plan.
Deep Cleaning (Scaling & Root Planing)
Performed under local anaesthesia, deep scaling removes calculus from below the gumline across one or two quadrants per appointment.
Antibiotic & Adjunctive Therapy
Antibiotic placement or laser therapy may be used in active disease sites to enhance the deep cleaning results.
Periodontal Maintenance
At 6–8 weeks, we reassess your pocket depths and establish your ongoing maintenance schedule to keep gum disease in long-term remission.
Why Scarborough Patients Choose Smiles and More
- Same-day appointments available for urgent dental needs
- Direct billing to all major Canadian dental insurance providers
- Intraoral cameras so you can see exactly what we see in real time
- Evening and Saturday hours for busy Toronto families
- Sedation options available for anxious patients
- Team of 6+ experienced dentists and hygienists
Specialized Gum Care Expertise
Dr. Sujatha holds an Academic Merit Award in Dental Hygiene and has 18 years of experience in periodontal care. She also serves as a Clinical Instructor at the University of Toronto.
Insurance Coverage for Deep Cleaning
Periodontal therapy is covered under the basic or major restorative benefit of most Canadian dental plans. We verify your coverage before starting and direct-bill your insurer.
Frequently Asked Questions About Periodontal Therapy
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Protect Your Gums Today
Book your periodontal assessment at Smiles and More in Scarborough. Early treatment saves teeth — and money.