Periodontist in Medellín: gum disease and periodontitis treatment
Specialist care to assess bleeding, inflammation, receding gums and loss of tooth support. Arrange your periodontal assessment in Medellín and learn what treatment and follow-up your case needs.
Our trained periodontics specialists assess gum disease and guide treatment. The team confirms the clinic and responsible professional when booking.
Medellín clinics for arranging your care
Explore the two published network locations in El Poblado. Consider your route and how easily you can return for reviews. Before attending, confirm your concerns, specialist availability and the location for each stage.
Torre Médica Salud Vegas · El Poblado
Calle 2 Sur #46-116, Torre Médica Salud Vegas
This clinic’s profile includes gum and bone support care. Ask about availability for periodontal assessment and procedures appropriate to your diagnosis.
Calle 19A · El Poblado
Calle 19A #44-24, El Poblado
You can consult this clinic about periodontal problems and comprehensive dental care. The team arranges assessment and confirms where treatment and reviews will take place.
Both locations are in El Poblado, but have different addresses. Check your appointment confirmation before travelling.
Which gum problem needs assessment?
Assessment distinguishes conditions with shared symptoms that require different decisions. Bring information about any previous periodontitis diagnosis or gum surgery referral.
Bleeding and inflammation
Gums that bleed when brushing or cleaning between teeth deserve an examination. Bleeding alone cannot establish whether there is gingivitis, periodontitis or another cause.
Recession and sensitivity
If you notice exposed roots or changes in gum contours, the causes of recession and options for protecting or treating the area are assessed.
Mobility and loss of support
The gums, supporting bone and bite are examined. Diagnosis helps assess the prognosis of each tooth and possibilities for retaining it.
Changes around an implant
Bleeding, swelling or discomfort in the gum around an implant need assessment. Care depends on the tissues affected and implant support.
You can also consult about persistent bad breath. Its cause may be periodontal, dental or related to other conditions that need to be distinguished.
Absence of pain does not rule out periodontal disease. Seek prompt care for pus, significant swelling or severe pain; difficulty breathing or swallowing requires emergency care.
Assessment by periodontics specialists
Our trained periodontics specialists investigate diseases of the gums and supporting tissues, assess each case and determine appropriate care. When booking, confirm who will perform the examination and who will oversee follow-up.
Examination and medical history
Medical history, medications, tobacco use and previous treatment are reviewed. Examination may assess bleeding, pocket measurements, recession and mobility; X-rays are requested when indicated.
Understanding the diagnosis
Ask which areas are affected, what treatment aims to achieve and how the response will be checked. If additional care is needed, the team coordinates the next stages.
Gingivitis and periodontitis treatment in Medellín
| Need | What treatment may include |
|---|---|
| Gingivitis | Plaque and tartar control, oral hygiene adapted to your mouth and professional care to resolve gum inflammation. |
| Periodontitis | Tooth and root surface instrumentation, risk factor control, reassessment and additional procedures if needed. |
| Areas requiring surgery | Assessment of persistent defects and surgical or regenerative procedures according to the case. |
| Disease around implants | Assessment for mucositis or peri-implantitis, care of affected tissues and follow-up arrangements. |
| Periodontal maintenance | Reviews to assess stability, hygiene, risk factors and the need for further intervention. |
Gingivitis can be reversed with plaque control and appropriate care. Periodontitis involves loss of support and requires treatment and long-term maintenance. Routine cleaning does not replace comprehensive periodontitis care.
Gum grafts and bone regeneration: when they are considered
If you are looking for grafts in Medellín, first clarify whether the problem affects gum tissue, support around a tooth or bone needed for an implant.
Gum grafting
This is considered for recession and specific soft tissue needs. In selected cases it may increase gum tissue or cover part of an exposed root. The possible outcome depends on the defect and is explained at assessment.
Ask about the treatment area, tissue source, alternatives, postoperative care and reviews.
Bone grafts
A periodontal defect around a tooth and reconstruction for implants have different objectives. Examination and studies help determine whether regeneration is appropriate and its limitations.
Graft indications require diagnosis. Not all defects allow lost tissues to be recovered, and not every patient needs surgery.
Plan your Medellín appointments and reviews
Tell us what you need
Describe symptoms, any referral and your preferred El Poblado location. If you live outside Medellín, also provide the dates when you could attend.
Bring available studies
Share existing reports and X-rays with the professional. Consultation determines what additional information is needed, avoiding unnecessary repeat studies.
Review treatment sequencing
Confirm stages, estimated appointments and reassessment. Report planned implants, orthodontics or restorative work so the team can organize the sequence of care.
Agree on follow-up
Ask where reviews will take place, who will check your response and how to contact the team with questions. Frequency is adapted to your risk and clinical progress.
How much does periodontal treatment cost in Medellín?
Cost depends on affected areas and indicated treatment. An assessment, scaling in several areas and graft surgery have different scopes. Request an estimate detailing your case’s needs.
| Item | What to check |
|---|---|
| Assessment and studies | Fees, periodontal records and indicated X-rays or other studies; which are included. |
| Initial treatment | Areas to treat, estimated appointments, oral hygiene instructions and reassessment. |
| Surgery and grafting | Indication, materials, alternatives, fees and postoperative reviews where appropriate. |
| Maintenance | Individual frequency, review costs and assigned clinic. |
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If you are coming from another city or abroad
Before arranging a trip to Medellín, check availability and book an assessment. The schedule depends on diagnosis, treatment response and necessary reviews; some plans require more than one stay.
Confirm which reviews must be in person and how maintenance will continue when you return. If you already have a treating dentist, request recommendations to coordinate continuity of care.
Dr. Johanna Calderón
Specialist in Periodontics and Osseointegration. View her published qualifications and learn about care within our clinical network.
For Medellín consultations, the team confirms the responsible specialist, clinic and steps in your care.
Frequently asked questions about Periodontics in Medellín
Where can I request a periodontal assessment?
Explore the Salud Vegas and Calle 19A clinics, both in El Poblado. State your preference and concerns to confirm specialist availability.
Do the two El Poblado clinics have the same address?
They are separate locations: Salud Vegas is at Calle 2 Sur #46-116, and the other clinic is at Calle 19A #44-24. Check the address in your appointment confirmation.
Do periodontics specialists provide care?
Our trained periodontics specialists assess gum disease and supporting tissues. Booking confirms the responsible professional and availability.
Can I ask about a gum graft in Medellín?
You can request assessment for receding gums and gum tissue needs. The specialist determines whether a graft is indicated, possible coverage and follow-up arrangements.
Do I need surgery for periodontitis?
Surgery depends on the defects and response to initial treatment. Reassessment determines which areas need another approach.
Does treatment help me keep my teeth?
It aims to control disease and retain teeth when feasible. Prognosis is assessed for each tooth; recovery of all lost support cannot be guaranteed.
Can I have reviews at my preferred clinic?
Ask before starting. The team must confirm which reviews can take place there and which require returning to the treating professional or clinic.
How do I book if I live outside Medellín?
Message our central WhatsApp with your home city, concerns and available dates. Confirm the clinical schedule before buying tickets and agree on maintenance when you return.
Reviews of the clinic’s care
These reviews describe individual experiences across different dental services. They are not presented as exclusively periodontal results or as reviews only from Medellín patients.
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Arrange your periodontal assessment in Medellín
Tell us your concerns and which El Poblado location is most convenient. We will help confirm the specialist, clinic and steps for your consultation.
Learn more about your gums
The Periodontics in Colombia guide explains periodontal diseases and the stages of care. For procedures involving bone, see the dental bone regeneration information.
Clinical reference: periodontal disease, diagnosis and treatment — NIDCR. Each procedure requires an individual examination to establish its indication. Updated: October 29, 2026.
