GUM DISEASE & BAD BREATH
Ongoing gum health maintenance
Ongoing periodontal maintenance that keeps treated gum disease from returning.
WHAT TO EXPECT
What does ongoing gum health maintenance involve at Orangeville Smiles Dentistry?
Orangeville Smiles Dentistry provides ongoing gum health maintenance for Orangeville patients who've completed treatment for gum disease and need a different recall schedule than a standard check-up. Once periodontal disease is under control, bacteria can build back up more quickly than in healthy gums, so maintenance visits are typically spaced closer together. These visits re-measure gum pockets, clean above and below the gumline where needed, and catch any flare-ups before they progress. The goal is to protect the results of your earlier treatment.
- More frequent cleanings than a standard check-up
- Ongoing monitoring of gum pocket depths
- Early intervention if inflammation returns
- Coaching on home care that supports your gums
WHO IS THIS FOR
Who is a candidate for ongoing gum health maintenance at Orangeville Smiles Dentistry?
- Patients who've completed periodontal disease treatment or scaling and root planing
- Anyone whose dentist has recommended a shorter recall interval than the standard six months
- Patients with a history of gum disease who want to avoid it returning
- People noticing early signs of inflammation, like slight bleeding, returning between visits
- Patients transitioning out of active treatment and into a long-term maintenance routine
WHY PATIENTS CHOOSE THIS
Why do patients choose ongoing gum health maintenance at Orangeville Smiles Dentistry?
Keeps bacteria levels low between visits
Catches flare-ups before they progress
Ongoing support tailored to your gum health
Protects the results of earlier treatment
THE PROCESS
How does ongoing gum health maintenance work at Orangeville Smiles Dentistry?
01
Scheduled recall
We book your maintenance visits more frequently than a standard check-up, based on your gum history.
02
Pocket measurements
We re-measure gum pocket depths at each visit to track any changes over time.
03
Targeted cleaning
We clean above and below the gumline in any areas showing signs of returning inflammation.
04
Home care check-in
We review your brushing and flossing technique and adjust our recommendations as needed.
COST & COMPARISON
How much does ongoing gum health maintenance cost at Orangeville Smiles Dentistry?
Periodontal maintenance visits are typically billed differently than a standard cleaning, since they involve additional measurement and targeted cleaning. Orangeville Smiles Dentistry can confirm your specific fee using ODA Fee Guide pricing once your recall schedule is set.
PERIODONTAL MAINTENANCE VS. A STANDARD CHECK-UP SCHEDULE
A standard check-up and cleaning every six months works well for patients with healthy gums, but it often isn't frequent enough once gum disease has been treated. Periodontal maintenance at Orangeville Smiles Dentistry is scheduled more often and includes closer monitoring of gum pockets, which costs more in visits over a year but catches problems while they're still minor. Returning to a standard schedule too soon can let bacteria levels climb back up before anyone notices.
RISKS & CONSIDERATIONS
What are the risks of ongoing gum health maintenance?
- Gum disease can return even with maintenance, particularly without consistent home care between visits
- Missing or delaying maintenance appointments reduces how effective the monitoring can be
- Some patients may need to stay on a closer recall schedule indefinitely rather than returning to a standard one
- Maintenance supports gum health but doesn't undo bone loss that occurred before treatment
AFTERCARE
What does aftercare look like after ongoing gum health maintenance?
- Keep to the recall schedule we recommend
- Brush and floss daily, even between visits
- Let us know if you notice bleeding or swelling
- Use any prescribed rinses or aids as directed
- Mention changes in health or medications at each visit
COMMON QUESTIONS
Frequently asked questions about ongoing gum health maintenance in Orangeville
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