Periodontal maintenance is the ongoing care that keeps gum disease in check once your gums have been treated. At our Sonoma, CA office, periodontal maintenance picks up where periodontal therapy leaves off, with specialized cleanings that reach below the gumline and a close eye on how your gums are doing. Think of it as protecting the work you've already put in.
Between visits, Perio Protect trays keep working for you. They're custom trays, made to fit your teeth, that deliver medication along and below the gumline, where a toothbrush and floss can't reach, to help stop gum disease from progressing. We pair them with pH-balancing rinses and toothpastes from Caries Free, which are only available through dental offices, so your home routine supports every maintenance visit.
Both are valuable, and each is right for a different stage. A regular dental cleaning keeps healthy gums healthy and focuses mostly above the gumline. Periodontal maintenance is for gums that have been treated for gum disease, so it goes below the gumline and happens more often, often every three to four months. We'll set a schedule based on how your gums respond.
Gum disease is often quiet, even when it's coming back. Bacteria below the gumline can regroup without you noticing, and by the time gums bleed again, you've lost ground. Regular maintenance keeps things stable, protects your teeth, and saves you from starting over. Our post on keeping a healthy gum line has more everyday tips.
To us, boutique dental care means you matter: personal, cozy, unhurried, and held to an exceptionally high standard. That same care carries through every periodontal maintenance visit at Sonoma Springs Dental, Dr. Riley Oliver's boutique dental home in Sonoma.
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Periodontal maintenance is ongoing care that keeps gum disease under control after periodontal therapy. It includes specialized cleanings that reach below the gumline, plus regular check-ins on how your gums are doing. Think of it as protecting the progress you've already made.
Usually more often than a regular cleaning, often every three to four months. Bacteria below the gumline can regroup quietly, so shorter intervals help keep things in check. We'll set a schedule based on how your gums respond.
Both are valuable, but each is designed for a different stage. A regular cleaning is for healthy gums and focuses mostly above the gumline. Periodontal maintenance is for gums that have been treated for gum disease, so it goes deeper and tracks your gum health closely at every visit.
We clean carefully above and below the gumline and measure your gum pockets to see how things are progressing. If an area needs extra attention, we may use our periodontal laser to help reduce bacteria. Visits are unhurried, and if any spot feels sensitive, just tell us and we'll adjust.
Perio Protect trays are custom-made trays that deliver medication to your gums at home, reaching below the gumline where brushing and flossing can't. They help stop gum disease from progressing between your maintenance visits. We often pair them with pH-balancing products from Caries Free, which are only available through dental offices, and we'll recommend them only if they fit your needs.
Because gum disease is often quiet, even when it's coming back. Feeling fine is a great sign, and regular maintenance is what helps keep it that way. Measuring your gums at each visit lets us catch small changes before they turn into bigger ones.
Periodontal maintenance is usually covered like other periodontal care, though plans vary. We accept all major insurances and will check your benefits before your visit. No surprises, just clear answers.
Call us at (707) 935-8200 or visit our contact page for more options. Our office is at 17776 Sonoma Hwy, near El Molino Central, with parking right outside. We'll find a regular time that fits your week and keep your gums on track.
