Restorative & Gum Care
Periodontal Maintenance in San Rafael, CA
Ongoing care to keep gum disease under control.
Once gum disease has been treated, consistent maintenance is what keeps it from coming back. At Dental Studio of Marin, our periodontal maintenance program protects your gums, teeth, and supporting bone with specialized cleanings tailored to your needs.
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Periodontal Maintenance in San Rafael
Periodontal maintenance is a specialized cleaning routine for patients who have been treated for gum disease. Unlike a standard cleaning, it goes below the gumline to remove the bacteria and buildup that collect in periodontal pockets, helping to keep active disease from returning. Because gum disease is a chronic condition, this ongoing care is essential — it’s the difference between keeping your gums stable and letting the disease quietly progress again.
What Periodontal Maintenance Includes
These visits are more thorough than a routine cleaning and are scheduled more frequently to stay ahead of the disease.
- Deep Cleaning Below the Gumline We remove plaque and tartar from periodontal pockets where bacteria hide.
- Gum Health Monitoring We measure pocket depths to track your gum health over time.
- Personalized Schedule Visits are usually every three to four months, tailored to your needs.
Why It Matters
Gum disease is the leading cause of tooth loss in adults, and it’s been linked to broader health concerns like heart disease and diabetes. Once you’ve had it, the bacteria that cause it are never fully gone — they simply need to be managed. Periodontal maintenance keeps those bacteria in check, protecting not only your teeth and gums but your overall wellbeing.
A Partnership for Healthy Gums
Keeping gum disease under control is a team effort. We provide the specialized professional care during your visits, and you support it with consistent brushing and flossing at home. Together, this combination keeps inflammation down, preserves the bone that supports your teeth, and helps you avoid more invasive treatment down the road.
Staying on Track
The key to periodontal maintenance is consistency. Skipping appointments gives bacteria a chance to rebuild and the disease a chance to advance. By keeping to your recommended schedule, you give your gums the steady, ongoing protection they need to stay healthy for the long term.
Periodontal Maintenance FAQ
- What is periodontal maintenance?
- It’s a specialized cleaning that goes below the gumline to remove bacteria and buildup, keeping treated gum disease from returning.
- How is it different from a regular cleaning?
- Regular cleanings focus on the visible tooth surface, while periodontal maintenance cleans deeper into periodontal pockets and is done more often.
- How often do I need periodontal maintenance?
- Most patients come in every three to four months, though we’ll tailor the schedule to your specific gum health.
- Why can’t I just go back to regular cleanings?
- Once you’ve had gum disease, the bacteria remain and require ongoing management to prevent the disease from advancing again.
- Is periodontal maintenance uncomfortable?
- Most patients find it comfortable. We can numb the area if needed to keep you at ease during the cleaning.
- What happens if I skip appointments?
- Skipping visits gives bacteria a chance to rebuild, which can allow gum disease to progress and lead to tooth loss.
- Can gum disease be cured?
- Gum disease can’t be fully cured, but it can be effectively controlled with proper maintenance and good home care.
- How do I schedule periodontal maintenance?
- Contact our San Rafael office and we’ll set up a maintenance schedule that keeps your gums healthy.
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Dr. Mehdi Salek, DDS
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