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Periodontal maintenance is recommended after the initial periodontal treatment to remove plaque, tartar and bacteria promoting gum healing. The frequency of visits depends on the severity of the disease, usually every 3-4 months.
Dental professionals examine the gums, measure pockets, remove buildup and evaluate oral health, sometimes with x-rays. In addition, periodontal maintenance emphasizes the importance of adopting a healthy lifestyle, including a balanced diet and abstaining from tobacco use, to promote overall periodontal health.
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Since periodontal disease is a chronic condition like diabetes, it is helpful to establish an ongoing program to maintain the improvements achieved during active treatment. Periodontal maintenance treatment intervals are best determined by your periodontist or dentist and can range from 3-6 times per year. Studies show that after 8-12 weeks, calculus (tartar) tends to repopulate in the deep pockets where toothbrush bristles cannot reach. Therefore, for patients with periodontal disease, we recommend quarterly visits. These sessions are designed to preserve the healthy state of your gums and stabilize your bone levels. The success of ongoing treatment is based on conscientious home care and the professional treatments you receive at your periodontist's or dentist's office.
Daily oral hygiene does not ensure that bacterial plaque does not return to damage gums and bone. Even with a dedicated combination of flossing, brushing and the use of oral hygiene aids, dental plaque continues to mature in hard-to-reach places. This can occur in 8-12 weeks, so it is often recommended that patients completing periodontal treatment schedule maintenance sessions every three months.
Depending on the severity of your problem, responsibility for periodontal maintenance will be determined between you, your dentist and your periodontist.
Your periodontist and your periodontist form a team to provide you with the best possible dental care and maintenance program for your needs. The periodontist may see you periodically for periodontal maintenance treatment and evaluation of your overall periodontal health, but you will also need to see your general dentist. Why? Because periodontal maintenance treatments should not take the place of regular dental checkups. Remember that your general dentist is primarily responsible for your overall dental health. He or she will examine and repair carious lesions (tooth decay), replace fillings, make new crowns or bridges, perform cosmetic dentistry and whiten your teeth.
