Maintenance Therapy

If you suffer from periodontal disease, our doctors and hygienist can help you plan and perform a regularly scheduled program of periodontal maintenance therapy, tailored specifically to your needs.

Because plaque forms on your teeth on a constant basis, the bacteria in plaque regularly attack your teeth and gums. When plaque is not thoroughly removed, it hardens into a deposit known as calculus or tartar.

Daily brushing and flossing will minimize the formation of calculus but cannot entirely prevent it. Even with regular brushing and flossing, plaque can cause the recurrence of gum disease in just two to four months following a professional cleaning.

That’s why it is important to maintain a regular schedule of periodontal care once gum disease has been diagnosed. Our goal is to work with you to develop a plan that fights periodontal in the early stages—so we don’t have to deal with it later.