Periodontal Maintenance in Fletcher, NC
Ongoing Care to Control Gum Disease
After active therapy, maintenance every 3–4 months removes bacteria below the gums and helps prevent relapse. We track pocket depths, bleeding, and inflammation, and adjust home care to protect bone and keep breath fresh.
Benefits of Periodontal Maintenance
Controls Disease
Routine debridement disrupts biofilm, controls inflammation, and protects supporting bone and gums.
Personalized Intervals
We’ll tailor your schedule based on risk factors, home care, and clinical findings.
Supports Whole‑Body Health
Managing periodontal inflammation supports cardiovascular and metabolic health.
Your Maintenance Visit
Visits include periodontal charting, tailored instrumentation, polishing, and home‑care guidance. We’ll adjust your plan as your gum health improves.
If we notice changes between visits, we’ll recommend targeted care—such as localized therapy or medical evaluation—so issues are addressed early.
Common Questions About Periodontal Maintenance
Maintenance targets sites below the gumline and monitors periodontal pockets; it’s more in‑depth than a routine prophylaxis.
Coverage varies by plan. Many policies provide benefits for periodontal maintenance at specific intervals.
Skipping visits allows bacteria to repopulate, increasing inflammation and the risk of bone loss and tooth mobility.
We’re gentle and can provide topical or local anesthesia when needed. Most patients are very comfortable.
Brush twice daily, floss once, consider interdental brushes or a water flosser, and use any recommended rinses.