Periodontal disease is very treatable, but cannot be fully cured. After the completion of your periodontitis treatment, you will be scheduled for regular ongoing maintenance care. These visits will involve a thorough professional cleaning and monitoring of your oral health to ensure the disease does not recur and progress further.
We recommend scheduling your periodontal maintenance visits and your general dentistry visits on an alternating schedule. This ensures you are receiving the proper care and treatments for your oral health needs in a timely, consistent manner
FAQs
Q1. What is a deep cleaning (scaling and root planing)?
Deep cleaning is a gum treatment that removes plaque and tartar from below the gumline and smooths tooth roots to help gums heal. Prestige Dental may recommend it when signs of gum disease are present.
Q2. How do I know if I need a deep cleaning?
You may need deep cleaning if you have bleeding gums, gum swelling, bad breath, gum recession, or deeper gum pockets. Prestige Dental diagnoses gum health with measurements and X-rays when needed.
Q3. Is deep cleaning painful?
Most patients are comfortable because the area is numbed before treatment. Prestige Dental uses gentle techniques and can discuss comfort options if you’re anxious or sensitive.
Q4. How many appointments does deep cleaning take?
It depends on the severity of gum buildup and inflammation. Some patients need one visit, while others may need treatment in sections. Prestige Dental will explain your recommended plan during your exam.
Q5. What should I expect after a deep cleaning?
Mild soreness or sensitivity is common for a few days, and gums may bleed slightly at first. Prestige Dental will provide aftercare instructions and may schedule a follow-up to check healing and gum health progress.