{"id":14471,"date":"2026-06-16T10:38:03","date_gmt":"2026-06-16T14:38:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cliniquedentaire1935.ca\/?p=14471"},"modified":"2026-05-21T10:38:17","modified_gmt":"2026-05-21T14:38:17","slug":"gum-disease-in-montreal-recognise-periodontitis","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cliniquedentaire1935.ca\/en\/blogue\/gum-disease-in-montreal-recognise-periodontitis\/","title":{"rendered":"Gum Disease in Montreal: Recognise Periodontitis Before It’s Too Late"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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Gum Disease in Montreal: Recognise Periodontitis Before It’s Too Late<\/h1>

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The Essentials in 30 Seconds<\/h2>
  • Periodontitis affects around 30% of adults in Canada and often progresses without pain.<\/li>
  • Gums that bleed when brushing are not ‘normal’ \u2014 they are a warning sign.<\/li>
  • Treated early (gingivitis stage), the disease is fully reversible.<\/li>
  • Strong links exist between untreated periodontitis and cardiovascular disease and diabetes.<\/li><\/ul>

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    Did you know that gum disease is one of the most widespread chronic infections in the world \u2014 and yet one of the least diagnosed in time? It progresses silently, painlessly in its early stages, before causing irreversible bone destruction and, ultimately, tooth loss. The good news: early detection radically changes the prognosis.<\/p>

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    Understanding Periodontitis: From Tartar to Bone Destruction<\/h2>

    It all starts with dental plaque \u2014 the bacterial biofilm that forms within hours on teeth. If not removed by brushing and flossing, it calcifies into tartar. Tartar cannot be removed at home: it settles below the gumline and triggers a chronic inflammatory response. This is gingivitis.<\/p>

    If gingivitis goes untreated, the inflammation progresses deeper and destroys the alveolar bone that supports the teeth. Periodontal ‘pockets’ form between the tooth and the gum \u2014 shelters for pathogenic bacteria. At this point, we are dealing with periodontitis.<\/p>

    According to Montreal dental clinic Clinique Dentaire 1935<\/em><\/strong>, during a screening programme conducted among new patients in 2024, nearly 42% showed clinical signs of gingivitis without being aware of it \u2014 a figure that highlights the importance of systematic periodontal assessment at every visit.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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    Gingivitis<\/td>Bleeding, redness<\/td>Fully reversible<\/td>Scaling + hygiene<\/td><\/tr>
    Mild periodontitis<\/td>Pockets < 4mm, bad breath<\/td>Controllable<\/td>Root planing<\/td><\/tr>
    Moderate periodontitis<\/td>Pockets 4\u20136mm, mobility<\/td>Stabilisable<\/td>Curettage + close monitoring<\/td><\/tr>
    Severe periodontitis<\/td>Pockets > 6mm, tooth loss<\/td>Irreversible<\/td>Periodontal surgery<\/td><\/tr> <\/tbody> <\/table> <\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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    Risk Factors in Montreal: Smoking, Stress, and Seasons<\/h2>

    Certain factors significantly increase the risk of developing periodontitis:<\/p>

    • Smoking \u2014 tobacco masks gum bleeding (a deceptive reassurance) and reduces gum blood flow.<\/li>
    • Poorly controlled diabetes \u2014 it worsens inflammation and slows periodontal healing.<\/li>
    • Chronic stress \u2014 it weakens the immune response and favours bacterial proliferation.<\/li>
    • Certain medications (antihypertensives, antiepileptics) \u2014 can cause gingival hyperplasia.<\/li>
    • Genetics \u2014 some families show increased susceptibility independent of hygiene habits.<\/li><\/ul>

      In Montreal, harsh winters promote dry mouth (intense heating, mouth breathing) and a carbohydrate-richer diet \u2014 two factors that accelerate gingivitis progression. An early-autumn appointment means entering winter with healthy gums.<\/p>

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      Are your gums bleeding, sensitive, or appearing to recede? Don’t take the risk of waiting. Book an appointment at Clinique Dentaire 1935 \u2014 a quick periodontal assessment can make all the difference.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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        What are the first signs of gum disease?<\/h3>

        Bleeding when brushing, red or swollen gums, persistent bad breath, and receding gums are the most common signals. In smokers, bleeding may be absent despite active disease.<\/p>\t

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        Can periodontitis be cured?<\/h3>

        Gingivitis is fully reversible. Advanced periodontitis can be stabilised and controlled, but existing bone damage does not regenerate spontaneously. Early treatment is therefore critical.<\/p>\t

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        Is gum disease linked to general health conditions?<\/h3>

        Yes. Robust studies link periodontitis to cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes, preterm births, and pneumonia. Treating the gums is also caring for your overall health.<\/p><\/ul>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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