Periodontal Care Periodontal maintenance and care usually follow up after a cleaning procedure or scaling and planing. It is an important and necessary part of oral hygiene, and it is recommended that you have one done every three months. It prevents the further development of periodontal disease, which usually occurs when bacteria and plaque collect in the gums. If these bacteria collect, they can lead to irritation and serious problems in the long run, if not treated. There is no cure for gum disease and therefore it is important to prevent it as much as possible. It can also be done after periodontal surgery. It is expected that you do regular teeth cleaning every day by brushing and flossing regularly but often this is not sufficient alone to remove plaque and tartar, particularly in the gums. At Charlie Hsieh Dental Corporation, our dental team offers state of the art periodontal maintenance and care.The advantages of Periodontal maintenance and carePeriodontal maintenance and care are important because they help to not only improve your dental hygiene overall but also prevent gum disease. It also helps with the removal of teeth stains and restores confidence in your smile. Bad breath can sometimes be a problem particularly due to decay. This treatment can also get rid of bacteria that cause tooth decay, hence preventing the occurrence of bad breath. Why do you need Periodontal maintenance and care?Like any other chronic disease such as diabetes, gum disease can only be prevented. As such, it is good practice to maintain good oral hygiene. In addition to regular brushing, flossing, and use of mouthwash, we recommend periodontal maintenance and care. This decreases the inflammatory response in your gums and overall gum problems. We also recommend that you maintain a good diet full of vitamins and nutrients and exercise as often as possible. Lifestyle choices such as smoking should be avoided as well. Periodontal maintenance and care ProcedureThis can sometimes be done under aesthesia particularly in cases where severe periodontal disease occurs and has been properly diagnosed by our dentist. Measures can also sometimes be taken to prevent the bacteria removed from the mouth from going into the lungs. The first step is usually the supragingival cleaning, which involves the use of a scaling tool to remove tartar from under the gums. This is followed by subgingival cleaning, which enables our dentist to remove bacteria from the gum pockets. The root of the teeth is then smoothed to remove any remaining bacteria, which can be very dangerous for your health. We then apply an antibiotic or antimicrobial cream into the gum pockets. These work to ensure fast healing in the pocket and alleviate any kind of discomfort. We may recommend a follow-up visit which may necessitate an X-ray to show the extent of gum disease, if any, and our dentist will be able to identify any future problem spots. During your visit, our team may do other exams if needed. Visit us at Charlie Hsieh Dental Corporation to find out about periodontal maintenance and care and feel free to call us at (657) 822-0328 to request a consultation. |
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