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Periodontal Maintenance in La Salette
After gum disease treatment, maintenance visits help keep pockets stable. La Salette patients can learn how these visits differ from routine cleanings.
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Periodontal maintenance protects the results of gum treatment.
Once periodontitis has been treated, the disease needs ongoing management to stay under control. Bacteria can recolonize deep areas below the gumline within a few months. Periodontal maintenance visits are more thorough than standard cleanings and are scheduled at intervals designed to keep your gums as stable as possible.
If you have been treated for gum disease and live in La Salette, these visits can be arranged at our Port Dover office. The hygienist and dentist will track your gum measurements over time and adjust your care as your needs change.
Why it matters
Regular maintenance helps protect your teeth for the long term.
Gum disease is managed, not cured
Periodontitis involves loss of the bone and attachment that support teeth. Treatment can halt progression, but deeper pockets remain more vulnerable to bacteria. Maintenance visits remove plaque and tartar from these hard-to-reach areas before inflammation can return and cause further damage.
Preventing further bone loss
Without regular maintenance, gum disease often recurs and may progress, leading to more bone loss, loose teeth and possible tooth loss. Consistent visits, combined with good home care, give you the best chance of keeping your teeth healthy and functional for years to come.
The visit
Each visit tracks and treats your gums.
Measuring and comparing gum health
The hygienist measures pocket depths and notes bleeding, recession and mobility. These measurements are compared with previous records to see whether your gums are stable, improving or worsening. X-rays may be taken periodically to monitor bone levels.
Cleaning above and below the gumline
Plaque and tartar are removed from tooth surfaces and from below the gumline in the pockets. Local anaesthetic may be offered for sensitive areas. The teeth are polished, and the hygienist reviews your home care and suggests any adjustments that might help.
How often
Your schedule is based on how your gums respond.
Setting the right schedule
Many people treated for gum disease need maintenance about every three to four months, though intervals vary. The schedule depends on pocket depths, bleeding, your risk factors and how well you manage home care. The dentist and hygienist will recommend what suits you.
Adjusting as needs change
If your gums remain stable, the interval may be extended. If inflammation returns or pockets deepen, more frequent visits or additional treatment may be needed. Changes in health, such as diabetes control or quitting smoking, can affect your gums and your recommended schedule.
Home care
What you do every day makes a big difference.
Daily cleaning habits
Brush twice daily with a soft toothbrush, angling toward the gumline. Clean between teeth every day using interdental brushes, floss or water flossers as recommended. Ask the hygienist to show you the best tools for your mouth, especially for areas with recession or larger spaces.
Factors that support healthy gums
Smoking significantly increases the risk of gum disease progression, and quitting can improve outcomes. Managing diabetes and keeping regular medical checkups also support gum health. Report bleeding, swelling or loose teeth between visits so they can be addressed promptly.
Planning your appointment
Maintenance visits for the La Salette area.
Book your periodontal maintenance at our Port Dover office at the interval your dentist recommends. Scheduling several visits ahead can make the routine easier to keep.
Let the team know about any changes in health, medicines or smoking habits since your last appointment.
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Periodontal maintenance questions
Have a question about your situation? Our team can help you plan a visit.
How is periodontal maintenance different from a regular cleaning?
It focuses on cleaning below the gumline in deeper pockets and monitoring gum health closely. It is designed for people who have been treated for periodontitis and is often scheduled more frequently.
How often do I need maintenance visits?
Many people need visits every three to four months, but intervals vary. The dentist and hygienist will recommend a schedule based on how your gums respond to treatment.
Will I always need periodontal maintenance?
Gum disease is a chronic condition, so ongoing maintenance is usually needed. If your gums remain stable, the interval may be extended over time.
Does periodontal maintenance hurt?
Some areas may be sensitive, and local anaesthetic can be offered. Most people find maintenance visits manageable. Let the hygienist know if you feel discomfort during cleaning.
What happens if I skip maintenance visits?
Bacteria can recolonize deep pockets, and gum disease may return or progress. This can lead to further bone loss and potentially tooth loss. Keeping appointments helps protect your teeth.
Gum care before and alongside maintenance
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Bleeding, puffy or receding gums can signal gum disease. La Salette patients can learn how gums are measured in Port Dover and what deep cleaning involves.
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A professional cleaning removes tartar brushing cannot reach and lets the hygienist check your gums. La Salette adults can see what the visit involves.