Periodontal maintenance and a regular cleaning serve different purposes. A regular cleaning maintains healthy gums. Periodontal maintenance manages gum disease that's already been diagnosed and treated.
What Makes Perio Maintenance Different
Once we have treated your periodontitis, your gum health needs closer attention. Periodontal maintenance visits include measuring the space between your teeth and gums, checking for signs of returning infection, and cleaning below the gumline where disease is most likely to return.
Why You Need More Frequent Check-Ins
- Periodontitis can return without regular monitoring
- Catching early changes helps prevent more advanced treatment later
- Your gum measurements and response to past treatment guide your schedule
- Home care alone usually isn't enough once we diagnose periodontitis
We base your maintenance schedule on your gum health history, not a general rule. Many patients need this care every three to four months, rather than the twice-a-year schedule used for routine cleanings.
Questions About Periodontal Maintenance?
Have questions about your own maintenance schedule? Call our Glen Burnie, MD, dental office at (410) 969-9300 to schedule, or book online.
We are pleased to see patients from surrounding communities, including Pasadena, Severna Park, Millersville, Odenton, Crofton, Arnold, Annapolis, and throughout Anne Arundel County. For easier communication, our team members also speak English, Spanish, Vietnamese, Chinese, Korean, German, Telugu and Farsi.