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Periodontal Disease Treatment in Salt Lake City, UT

Periodontal Disease Treatment That Saves Teeth

You can protect your teeth and gums from the leading cause of tooth loss with our comprehensive periodontal treatments. Our gum disease solutions stop infection, restore health, and prevent future complications that threaten your smile.
  • Stops Tooth Loss: Your treatment addresses gum disease before it progresses to tooth loss, preserving your natural smile.
  • Eliminates Infection: You receive thorough cleaning and treatment that removes harmful bacteria and promotes healing.
  • Prevents Complications: Your periodontal care reduces the risk of serious health issues linked to untreated gum disease.
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Our patients become part of our family, and their stories showcase the life-changing impact of compassionate, expert care. See how the right dental treatment transforms not just smiles, but entire lives.
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Julie Edler

Today I smile confidently thanks to finding this exceptional dental family.
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Gum Health Treatment Solutions

What Is Periodontal Disease?

Periodontal disease is a bacterial infection that affects the gums and supporting structures around your teeth, ranging from mild gingivitis to severe periodontitis. This progressive condition begins with plaque buildup and can lead to gum recession, bone loss, and tooth loss if left untreated. Canyon Rim Dental in Salt Lake City provides comprehensive periodontal care to diagnose, treat, and manage gum disease at every stage.

The disease often develops silently without obvious symptoms in its early stages, making regular dental checkups crucial for early detection. Advanced periodontal disease has also been linked to serious health conditions like heart disease and diabetes, making treatment important for your overall health.
  • Bacterial infection affecting gums and tooth-supporting structures
  • Progresses from gingivitis to advanced periodontitis
  • Linked to serious health conditions beyond the mouth
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Benefits of Periodontal Disease Treatment

Periodontal treatment eliminates harmful bacteria and inflammation that destroy your gums and teeth. You’ll stop the progression of gum disease and maintain your natural teeth for life.
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  • Stop Bleeding Gums Immediately: Treatment eliminates the infection causing your gums to bleed during brushing and flossing. You'll have healthy, pink gums that don't bleed or feel tender.

  • Eliminate Persistent Bad Breath: Periodontal treatment removes the bacteria that cause chronic bad breath. You'll feel confident in close conversations without worrying about offensive mouth odors.

  • Save Your Natural Teeth: Early treatment prevents gum disease from progressing to tooth loss. You'll keep your natural teeth longer and avoid the need for expensive tooth replacement procedures.

  • Reduce Your Risk of Heart Disease: Treating gum disease lowers inflammation throughout your body, reducing your risk of heart attack and stroke. Your oral health directly impacts your overall cardiovascular health.

  • Stop Gums from Receding Further: Treatment halts the progression of gum recession that makes teeth look long and exposes sensitive roots. Your gum line will stabilize and may even improve with proper care.

  • Eliminate Painful, Swollen Gums: Infected gums become red, swollen, and painful to touch. Treatment returns your gums to their normal, comfortable, healthy state without inflammation or discomfort.

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Your Gum Disease Solution Explained

Who Is Periodontal Disease Treatment For?

Gum disease affects millions of people and is often silent in its early stages, but you don’t have to lose your teeth to this preventable condition. You might need periodontal treatment if your gums are showing signs of infection or if you want to prevent serious complications.

Early Gum Disease Signs

You're noticing bleeding, swollen, or tender gums when brushing or flossing, and you want to address the problem before it progresses to more serious stages.

Advanced Gum Disease

You have deep gum pockets, loose teeth, or persistent bad breath that indicates advanced periodontal disease requiring professional treatment to save your teeth.

Prevention-Focused Patients

You understand the connection between gum health and overall health and want to maintain healthy gums to prevent tooth loss and other complications.

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Do Any of These Situations Sound Familiar to You?

  • Bleeding Gums: Your gums bleed when you brush, floss, or eat, which is never normal and indicates inflammation that needs professional attention.
  • Bad Breath Won't Go Away: You have persistent bad breath that doesn't improve with brushing, mouthwash, or mints, suggesting bacterial infection in your gums.
  • Multiple Imperfections: You have several cosmetic issues like chips, gaps, uneven sizes, or minor crowding that affect your overall smile appearance.
  • Loose or Shifting Teeth: Your teeth feel loose, are moving position, or have gaps appearing between them, indicating bone loss from advanced gum disease.
  • Swollen, Red Gums: Your gums are puffy, red, or tender to touch instead of firm and pink, showing signs of infection and inflammation.
  • Pain When Chewing: You experience discomfort or pain when biting down or chewing food, which could indicate deep infection around your tooth roots.

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Gum Disease Treatment

Our Periodontal Treatment Process

Periodontal disease threatens your teeth and overall health, but we can stop its progression effectively. 
Here’s how we restore your gum health and protect your smile from further damage.
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Thorough Diagnosis

We carefully examine your gums and measure pocket depths around each tooth to assess the extent of periodontal disease. Digital X-rays help us evaluate bone loss and determine the most effective treatment approach for your condition.
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Deep Cleaning Therapy

We remove only a tiny amount of enamel from the front surface of your teeth—just enough to accommodate the thin veneers. This conservative approach preserves your natural teeth while creating space for your beautiful new smile.
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Ongoing Maintenance

We establish a personalized maintenance schedule to keep your periodontal disease under control long-term. Regular professional cleanings combined with improved home care techniques help prevent reinfection and maintain your oral health.

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Stop gum disease before it causes tooth loss with effective periodontal treatment that works.
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Stop Gum Disease Before It's Too Late

You can save your teeth and restore your gum health with prompt periodontal treatment. Early intervention prevents tooth loss and protects your overall health from the serious complications of untreated gum disease.
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Before & After Transformations

Creating Beautiful Smiles That Last

These transformations showcase our expertise in dental implants, cosmetic dentistry, and comprehensive smile makeovers using advanced technology like CEREC crowns. Each result represents restored confidence and the personalized care that makes Canyon Rim Dental patients feel like family.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Periodontal Disease FAQs

Periodontal disease affects the gums and bone supporting your teeth, but early detection and treatment can save your smile. At Canyon Rim Dental, you’ll receive comprehensive periodontal care to restore and maintain your gum health.

What is periodontal disease and how common is it?

Periodontal disease is a bacterial infection that attacks the gums and bone supporting your teeth. It begins when plaque buildup irritates your gums, causing inflammation and infection. Remarkably, four out of five people have some form of periodontal disease and don’t know it because early stages are often painless. This makes regular dental checkups crucial for early detection.
The primary cause is bacterial plaque that isn’t removed through proper brushing and flossing. Other factors increase your risk including smoking, diabetes, pregnancy, certain medications, genetics, stress, and crooked teeth that are hard to clean properly. Poor nutrition and teeth grinding can also contribute to gum disease development and progression.
Key warning signs include bleeding gums (even during gentle brushing), red, puffy, or tender gums, persistent bad breath, loose teeth, new spaces between teeth, receding gums, and pus around teeth or gums. However, early periodontal disease can be painless, so you might not notice symptoms until the condition becomes advanced. Regular checkups help catch problems early.
During your periodontal examination, we use a small probe to measure the depth of pockets between your teeth and gums. Healthy pockets measure three millimeters or less and don’t bleed. Deeper pockets and bleeding indicate periodontal disease. We also evaluate X-rays to check for bone loss and assess your overall gum health and oral hygiene.
Gingivitis is the earliest stage of periodontal disease, involving gum inflammation and bleeding but no permanent damage. It’s completely reversible with proper treatment and home care. Periodontitis is more advanced, involving irreversible damage to the gums and bone supporting your teeth. Early intervention can prevent gingivitis from progressing to periodontitis.
Treatment depends on the severity of your condition. Early stages may only require improved oral hygiene and regular cleanings. More advanced cases need scaling and root planing (deep cleaning) to remove bacteria and tartar below the gum line. Severe cases might require surgical treatment. We tailor your treatment plan to your specific needs and disease progression.
While advanced periodontal disease cannot be completely “cured,” it can be successfully controlled and managed to prevent further damage. Early-stage gingivitis is reversible with proper treatment and oral hygiene. The key is catching and treating periodontal disease early, then maintaining excellent home care and regular professional maintenance to keep it under control.
Research suggests links between periodontal disease and serious health conditions including heart disease, stroke, diabetes complications, respiratory disease, and pregnancy complications. The bacteria and inflammation from gum disease may enter your bloodstream and affect other parts of your body. Maintaining healthy gums contributes to your overall health and well-being.
Prevention focuses on removing bacterial plaque through excellent oral hygiene. Brush twice daily with fluoride toothpaste, floss daily, use an antimicrobial mouthwash if recommended, don’t smoke, eat a balanced diet, and maintain regular dental checkups and cleanings. Early detection and treatment of gingivitis prevents progression to more serious periodontal disease.
Once you’ve had periodontal treatment, you’ll typically need maintenance cleanings every 3-4 months instead of the standard twice-yearly schedule. These deeper cleanings remove plaque and tartar from below the gum line and monitor your periodontal health. The frequency may be adjusted based on your individual healing response and risk factors for disease recurrence.

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You deserve quality dental care that fits your budget. The Canyon Rim Dental Membership Plan makes it possible to get the treatment you need without the complexity of insurance or financial stress.
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  • Save $269 annually compared to paying out-of-pocket for your essential dental care
  • Two 21-Point Signature Cleanings using advanced techniques to detect problems early and prevent costly treatments
  • Comprehensive diagnostic X-rays and exams twice yearly to monitor your oral health thoroughly
  • Two fluoride treatments included to strengthen enamel and reverse early signs of decay
  • 15% discount on all dental treatments from root canals to cosmetic procedures year-round
  • $500 exclusive savings on SureSmile® clear aligners instead of the standard 15% discount
  • Skip waiting periods, deductibles, maximums, and claim denials
  • Family discount options available to protect your entire household's dental health affordably
  • Additional 5% cash/check discount at time of service for even greater savings
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Quality dental care shouldn’t wait because of cost concerns. Our flexible financing plans and in-house membership options make it easy to get the treatment you deserve without financial stress.
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Advanced Technology

High-Tech Treatment for Superior Results

Our Salt Lake City office is equipped with the latest dental technology to deliver the highest quality results.

At Canyon Rim Dental, we leverage cutting-edge technology to transform your dental experience. Our CEREC® same-day system creates custom crowns, veneers, and restorations in a single visit, eliminating temporary crowns and multiple appointments. Computer-guided implant surgery ensures precise placement for optimal results and faster healing. Digital imaging and 3D scanning provide detailed views for accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.

Advanced materials and techniques minimize discomfort while maximizing precision. This technology allows us to deliver exceptional care efficiently, reducing treatment time while improving outcomes. Every innovation we adopt serves one purpose: enhancing your comfort and confidence throughout your dental journey.
  • Same-day crowns and restorations with CEREC® technology
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  • Digital scanning for comfortable, accurate impressions
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Meet the Doctors

Experienced Dentists Who Treat You Like Family

Dr. Sam Delahunty and Dr. Mark Soffe bring decades of combined expertise and a genuine commitment to personalized care. You’ll experience their dedication to excellence alongside the warmth and compassion that makes every visit comfortable.
Dr. Sam Delahunty

Dr. Sam Delahunty

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A Salt Lake City native with specialized training in complex restorations and dental implants from his prestigious hospital residency. Dr. Delahunty graduated in the top 5% of his dental class and carries on a multi-generational legacy of exceptional dental care in the community.
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Dr. Joseph W. Stobbe Jr

Dr. Joseph W. Stobbe Jr

DDS, MDS
Dr. Joseph W. Stobbe Jr. brings over 40 years of dental excellence and Master-level expertise to Canyon Rim Dental. He completed his service as a U.S. Navy veteran and earned the highest honor in general dentistry as a Master in the Academy of General Dentistry.
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Dr. Mark Soffe

Dr. Mark Soffe

DDS
Born and raised in Utah with advanced training in biochemistry before earning his dental degree from the University of Utah. Dr. Soffe is passionate about helping patients achieve both optimal oral health and cosmetically pleasing results, believing everyone deserves fantastic dental care.
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From their very first visit, our patients often express that they feel like part of our family. These heartfelt stories truly reflect our unwavering commitment to providing compassionate care and achieving life-changing results for everyone.
I’ve never had a more enjoyable dentist experience than I did at Canyon Rim Dental. I had my new patient visit + cleaning today, and I am amazed at the kind of quality care they gave me. Shanna was my hygienist and performed the perfect balance of gentle but thorough cleaning. “Dr. Sam” was kind and informative when reviewing the visit with me. The office is equipped with the latest innovations in dentistry equipment, including AI assistance for analyzing patient X-rays. I felt like I was given the highest level of care, and I am actually looking forward to my next visit!
Amy Ward
8 months ago
Dr. Sam Delahunty is a master! He has cared for my teeth for years and he is extremely meticulous, gentle, and kind. I recommend him for everyone including children! He has invested in the very latest technology to ensure the more comfortable, efficient, and affordable dental care. Dr. Sam is amazing!!!
Carolyn Sharette
8 months ago
They were amazing for me as a new patient! Staff were very warm and friendly and clear with communication. They have an intake survey that asks what they can do to make dental work more comfortable for you and your level of dental anxiety, which is awesome! I’m very glad to have found this place 🙂
Sami Rackman
10 months ago
I loved all of the staff. There were very kind and understanding. They let me know in details that I could understand as well as answered various questions I had. It had been at least two years since seeing a dentist and I was looking for one I could see since I got a new insurance. I also went in for a suspected cavity I may have had due to some pain that I was having for over a month. They checked as well as told me I needed to have a root canal procedure. They told me after they got some of it done that they still have some more time for me to finish the temporary crown until the final part. I really appreciate this
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12 months ago
I have been a terrible adult and neglected finding a dentist since I left the Kent, WA area in 2016 (don’t tell my wonderful dentist there he would be so disappointed in me) Shor story is it’s now 2025 and I wish I would have search sooner. DR. SAM DELAHUNTY performed a what felt to me like a complex root canal therapy for me today in not only a professional manner and expedient manner but also with kindness and care that you really want when people are drilling around sensitive nerves. He answered any questions I had and even followed up later with me in the evening. I have plenty more work for their team ( don’t neglect your teeth cleanings kids) and i am nothing but excited to return for the offices services. I wish i would have caught the names of all the staff in the office they are always so friendly. Cannot recommend this office more.
Chase Pinkney
9 months ago
After 15 years away from the dentist, I had a great experience getting my wisdom teeth removed—quick, painless, and very comfortable, with a smooth healing process. The staff and Dr. Sam were wonderful!
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Conveniently Located in Salt Lake City

Our practice is conveniently located near the corner of 3300 S and S Oakwood St, just a short distance from I-215. For generations, we’ve proudly served the Canyon Rim neighborhood and the greater Salt Lake City communities, building lasting relationships with our patients.
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Periodontal treatment halts gum disease progression and saves your natural teeth, protecting your smile and your overall health from serious complications.
  • Stop bleeding, swollen gums from getting worse
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