Keep Your Gums Healthy for Life
If you have been treated for gum disease, ongoing maintenance is essential to protect your results. Our periodontal maintenance programme provides regular professional care tailored to your needs, helping you keep your natural teeth and maintain healthy gums for life.
Why Maintenance Matters
Periodontitis cannot be cured – only controlled. After successful treatment, the bacteria that cause gum disease begin to repopulate within weeks. Regular maintenance visits remove these bacteria before they can cause new damage. Studies show that patients who maintain their schedule keep their teeth significantly longer than those who skip appointments.
Maintenance Visit Pricing
| Service | Price |
|---|---|
| Periodontal Maintenance Visit | 80 – 130 EUR |
Visit frequency and exact price depend on your individual needs.
What We Do at Each Visit
- Periodontal Assessment – Measure pocket depths and check for bleeding
- Disease Monitoring – Compare measurements to detect any changes
- Professional Cleaning – Remove plaque and tartar above and below gums
- Root Debridement – Clean root surfaces in deeper pockets
- Polishing – Smooth tooth surfaces to resist plaque buildup
- Home Care Review – Assess and improve your brushing and flossing technique
- Risk Assessment – Evaluate factors that may affect your gum health
Your Personalised Schedule
Not everyone needs the same maintenance frequency. We create a schedule based on:
- Severity of your original gum disease
- How well your gums responded to treatment
- Your home care effectiveness
- Risk factors like smoking or diabetes
- Rate of plaque and tartar accumulation
Most patients with periodontitis history need visits every 3-4 months. Some may need more frequent care initially, while others can extend to longer intervals as their condition stabilises.
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Maintenance vs Regular Cleaning
Periodontal maintenance is more comprehensive than a standard scale and polish. It involves deeper cleaning below the gum line, detailed pocket measurements, and monitoring for disease activity. This specialised care is essential for anyone with a history of periodontitis.
Your Role in Success
Professional maintenance is only half the equation. Excellent daily home care is equally important. Brush twice daily, floss or use interdental brushes, and consider an antibacterial mouthwash. Together, professional and home care give you the best chance of keeping your teeth for life.