Periodontal maintenance includes deeper cleaning below the gumline, pocket depth measurements, and evaluation of gum health that goes beyond a standard prophylaxis cleaning. It is specifically designed for patients who have been treated for gum disease.
Periodontal Maintenance in Amarillo, TX
Once gum disease has been treated, maintaining your results requires ongoing, specialized care. At Pybus Dental in Amarillo, Texas, periodontal maintenance visits go beyond a standard cleaning to monitor your gum health, measure pocket depths, and remove bacterial buildup before it can cause a recurrence.
What Is Periodontal Maintenance
Periodontal maintenance is a specialized cleaning performed at regular intervals, typically every three to four months, for patients who have been treated for gum disease. It includes thorough cleaning above and below the gumline, measurement of gum pocket depths to track changes, evaluation of gum tissue health and attachment levels, and removal of plaque and calculus from areas prone to recurrence.
Maintenance vs. Regular Cleaning
A standard dental cleaning focuses on the surfaces above the gumline and is appropriate for patients with healthy gums. Periodontal maintenance addresses areas below the gumline where gum disease bacteria accumulate and includes diagnostic components that track the stability of your treatment results.
Why Maintenance Matters
Gum disease cannot be cured, but it can be managed effectively. Consistent periodontal maintenance prevents the disease from progressing, protects your teeth from loosening or loss, and helps preserve the bone that supports your smile.
Schedule Your Maintenance Visit
Stay ahead of gum disease with regular periodontal maintenance at Pybus Dental. Call 806-354-2500 to schedule your next visit.
Keep Gum Disease from Coming Back
After gum disease treatment, regular periodontal maintenance visits remove bacteria before they can recolonize. This ongoing care is the key to long-term gum health.
Frequently Asked Questions
Most patients require periodontal maintenance visits every three to four months. Dr. Pybus will determine the right schedule based on the severity of your gum disease and your response to treatment.
Without regular maintenance, gum disease can progress and lead to deeper pockets, bone loss, and eventually tooth loss. Consistent maintenance visits are essential to keeping gum disease under control.
Ready to Schedule Your Visit?
Our Amarillo dental team is here to help. Whether you need a routine cleaning, a second opinion, or want to explore your options, we make scheduling easy.
Call us today: 806-354-2500
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8003 SW 34th Ave, Amarillo, TX 79121