Supportive Periodontal Maintenance




Periodontal Maintenance Procedures

    Periodontal Disease is similar to other chronic diseases such as diabetes. It requires ongoing care and monitoring to keep it under control.

    Periodontal maintenance procedures enables you to gain control of the disease and increases your chances of keeping your natural teeth. It's your protection.

During your periodontal maintenance visit, the following will be done:

    Your medical and dental histories will be updated. These factors may influence your periodontal health and treatment effectiveness.

    A thorough periodontal evaluation is performed including:

    • Assessment of your probing depths (measure pockets)

    • An oral cancer screening of your inner and outer oral tissues

    • X-rays may be taken to evaluate your teeth and bone supporting teeth

    • Fluoride treatment to prevent root decay and sensitivity

    • a review of your at-home oral hygiene routine and recommendation customized for your condition.

    During your maintenance visit harmful bacterial plaque and calculus are removed from above and below the gumline. If new or recurrent periodontal disease is identified, then additional periodontal treatment may be recommended.

    Typically, your teeth will be cleaned, scaled and polished every three months. Three month intervals help keep the plaque levels around the gums minimal and thus significantly reduces your risk of re-infection. Maintenance is the key to successful treatment. Many times these visits will be scheduled on an alternating basis with your restorative dentist.

    Preserving your periodontal health brings a lifetime of benefits.

    • Keeps dental costs down by preventing future problems

    • Research links periodontal infection to more serious health problems, such as cardiovascular disease and pre-term, low weight babies.

    A commitment to periodontal maintenance is a commitment to better health.