Periodontal Maintenance

Periodontal maintenance is a systematic, ongoing therapeutic regimen for patients with a history of periodontal disease, intended to preserve periodontal health and prevent disease recurrence following active periodontal therapy.

Key Components:

1. Comprehensive assessment: Evaluation of probing depths, clinical attachment levels, bleeding on probing, tooth mobility, furcation involvement, and radiographic bone status.
2. Supragingival and subgingival debridement: Thorough removal of plaque, calculus, and biofilm from both above and below the gingival margin.
3. Oral hygiene reinforcement: Instruction and reinforcement of optimal home care practices.
4. Monitoring for disease activity: Early detection of inflammation, changes in pocket depth, or other clinical indicators of recurrent disease.
5. Recommended frequency: Typically, every 3–4 months, adjusted according to the patient’s individual risk profile and clinical response.

Objective
To maintain periodontal stability, prevent further attachment loss, and reduce the risk of tooth loss in patients with a history of periodontal pathology.