Ongoing Gum Health
Periodontal Maintenance
Targeted cleanings designed to keep gum disease stable and protect long-term tooth support.
After gum disease treatment, staying healthy requires ongoing care because bacteria can return below the gumline. Periodontal maintenance focuses on deeper cleaning and close monitoring to help prevent flare-ups, protect bone support, and keep gums comfortable over time. Treatment is tailored based on how your gums respond and your individual risk factors.
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Periodontal Maintenance Care
Periodontal maintenance is a specialized cleaning schedule for patients with current or past gum disease. These visits focus on controlling bacteria below the gums, tracking pocket depth changes, and supporting long-term stability. When clinically appropriate, laser periodontal therapy may be used to help reduce bacterial load and encourage healthier tissue.
Why Periodontal Maintenance Is Different
Once gum disease has developed, routine cleanings alone may not be enough to keep deeper areas healthy. Periodontal maintenance targets the spaces where infection is most likely to return and allows for early intervention if inflammation increases.
- Helps prevent relapse Reduces bacteria that can rebuild in periodontal pockets between visits.
- Protects bone and tooth stability Helps slow progression that can lead to loosening teeth or gum recession.
- Supports fresher breath and comfort Targets infection linked to bleeding, tenderness, and chronic bad breath.
- Ongoing monitoring Tracks pocket depths so changes can be addressed early.
How Laser Periodontal Therapy May Help
In some cases, a dental laser may be used alongside professional cleaning to help disrupt bacteria and support gum healing. Laser therapy is not a replacement for cleanings or home care, but it can be a helpful addition for stubborn inflammation or deeper pockets. Recommendations are based on clinical findings.
- Periodontal pocket measurements to track healing
- Targeted cleaning below the gumline
- Laser therapy when appropriate for bacterial reduction
- Personalized home-care guidance for long-term control
Visit Frequency and What to Expect
Most periodontal maintenance visits are scheduled more frequently than routine cleanings—often every three to four months—depending on pocket depth and gum stability. Each visit focuses on thorough cleaning, evaluation of bleeding or tenderness, and reinforcing home-care techniques that help keep disease under control.
Periodontal Maintenance FAQ
- What is periodontal maintenance?
- It is a specialized cleaning program for patients with gum disease history, focused on cleaning below the gumline and monitoring periodontal pockets.
- How is this different from a regular cleaning?
- Regular cleanings focus mainly above the gums, while periodontal maintenance targets deeper areas and includes closer monitoring of gum health.
- How often are periodontal maintenance visits scheduled?
- Many patients are seen every three to four months, though timing depends on gum response and pocket measurements.
- What is laser periodontal therapy?
- Laser therapy may be used as an additional tool to help reduce bacteria and support gum healing in certain cases.
- Is laser therapy painful?
- Most patients find it comfortable, with mild warmth or sensitivity at most. Numbing can be used if needed.
- Can periodontal maintenance stop gum disease?
- It helps control gum disease and keep it stable, but ongoing visits and good daily home care are essential for long-term success.
- What signs suggest gum disease may be returning?
- Bleeding gums, swelling, tenderness, recurring bad breath, or discomfort when chewing can all be warning signs.
- What can I do at home to support results?
- Consistent brushing, cleaning between teeth, and using any recommended tools for deeper pockets help improve long-term outcomes.
- Will I ever need another deep cleaning?
- Some patients remain stable with maintenance alone, while others may need additional treatment if pockets deepen again.
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