Following the periodontal therapy visits (scaling and root planing), the hygienist will recommend periodontal maintenance cleanings at regular intervals, usually every three months to keep the disease under control. Adherence to a program of conscientious home care (brushing, floss, interdental cleaning aids and possible oral rinses) and regularly scheduled maintenance therapy visits with the hygienist and dentist will give an excellent chance of keeping teeth for a lifetime.
Bacterial plaque produces toxins that constantly attack gums and teeth. Unless plaque is removed, it hardens into the rough calculus (tartar) build up. No matter how careful and diligent one is cleaning teeth and gums, bacterial plaque can cause a recurrence of gum disease from two to four months after the last professional cleaning. It is important to have regular maintenance cleanings done at appropriate time intervals to help keep teeth and gums healthy.
A Periodontal Maintenance Cleaning visit may include:
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