Gum Health (Periodontics)

Periodontal Maintenance

Ongoing cleanings for gum-disease patients to prevent relapse.

Area of care

Gum Health (Periodontics)

Typical duration

45–60 minutes

Treatment information

Understand the treatment before discussing whether it may be appropriate for you.

Treatment overview

Understanding Periodontal Maintenance.

After initial therapy, we monitor pocket depths, disrupt biofilm and support gum stability at personalised intervals based on periodontal needs.

Key information

What this treatment involves

  • Personalised intervals
  • Targeted biofilm disruption
  • Home-care coaching

Potential benefits

Why it may be considered

  • Long-term stability
  • Lower inflammation
  • Protects bone and teeth

Aftercare

After treatment

  • Adhere to 3–4 month intervals unless advised otherwise
  • Daily interdental cleaning is critical

Follow the instructions given by your dentist, as aftercare may vary depending on the procedure and your individual needs.

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