Services
Periodontal Maintenance
Regular deep cleanings from our hygienist help keep your gums healthy after gum disease treatment and prevent future flare-ups.
Why choose us
Benefits of Periodontal Maintenance
Keeps Gum Disease Controlled
Regular visits help us manage gum disease after treatment so it is less likely to progress.
Cleaning Below Gumline
Our dental hygienist cleans beneath the gums where everyday brushing and flossing cannot reach.
Early Problem Detection
We check your gums at each visit so changes can be spotted and addressed sooner.
Protects Implants Too
We also provide implant maintenance to help care for the gums around your dental implants.
Insurance-Friendly Care
We accept all major PPO insurance plans and also welcome self-pay patients.
Bleeding when you brush, gums that feel tender, or a bad taste that lingers can be easy to ignore. Once you've been treated for gum disease, though, those small signs deserve close attention. Periodontal maintenance is the ongoing care that helps protect the work you've already done to restore your gum health. At Family Dental Care in West Palm Beach, we see it as a partnership: our team provides thorough professional care, and you carry healthy habits forward at home.
Periodontal maintenance is a specialized cleaning for patients with a history of gum disease. A routine dental cleaning focuses mainly on the visible surfaces of the teeth and the area just at the gumline. Periodontal maintenance goes further. It addresses the pockets that can form between the teeth and gums when gum disease has been present, cleaning below the gumline where bacteria and hardened deposits tend to collect.
This care usually follows active treatment such as scaling and root planing, a deep cleaning that removes buildup from root surfaces. Gum disease can return if bacteria are allowed to settle back into those areas. Maintenance visits help keep that from happening quietly. Our dental hygienist and dentists check the condition of your gums at each visit, clean the areas that need it most, and watch for any changes that may call for additional attention.
Periodontal maintenance is generally recommended for patients who have already been treated for gum disease. That includes people who completed scaling and root planing, patients who have had gum procedures such as gum grafting or crown lengthening, and people with dental implants who need ongoing implant maintenance to keep the surrounding tissue healthy. Each situation is different, so we evaluate your gums, your treatment history, and your overall oral health before recommending a schedule.
Candidates should know that maintenance visits are often scheduled more frequently than standard cleanings. The right interval depends on how your gums are responding and what our team observes over time. Your periodontal maintenance plan isn't one-size-fits-all. We adjust it as your needs change, and we'll explain our reasoning so you understand why each visit matters. Because our periodontic services accept patients without a referral, you can come to us directly if you've been treated elsewhere and want to continue your care closer to home.
Caring for Your Gums Between Visits
What happens at home between appointments has a real influence on how well your gums stay healthy. After a maintenance visit, your gums may feel slightly tender for a short time, especially where we cleaned below the gumline. Gentle brushing and consistent cleaning between the teeth remain important even when an area feels sensitive. We're always glad to show you techniques suited to your mouth, including how to clean around implants, bridges, or other restorations.
Over the long term, these habits help support the results of your care:
- Brushing gently but thoroughly twice a day, paying close attention to the gumline
- Cleaning between your teeth daily with the tools we recommend for your situation
- Keeping your scheduled maintenance appointments, even when everything feels fine
- Letting us know promptly about new bleeding, swelling, tenderness, or loose teeth
Periodontal maintenance is about stability and early detection. Regular visits give us the chance to spot changes early, when they're often easier to address. If we notice something that needs more than a maintenance cleaning, we can talk with you about the options available in our office, which include gum disease treatment and restorative care.
Coordinated Care, Insurance, and Payment
One advantage of maintaining your gum health with us is that much of your care can happen under one roof. Our state-of-the-art facility supports integrative, multidisciplinary dentistry. Led by Dr. Michael C. Westcott and Dr. Sujay Trivedi, our team can coordinate periodontal maintenance with your routine exams, oral cancer screenings, restorative treatment, and implant care. That continuity helps us see the full picture of your oral health from visit to visit.
We accept all major PPO insurance plans and file claims on your behalf, which helps simplify the process. We also welcome self-pay patients. If you have questions about how periodontal maintenance may be covered under your plan, or what to expect financially, our front office team is happy to review the details with you before your appointment.
Schedule Your Periodontal Maintenance Visit
Protecting your gums is one of the most meaningful ways to care for your smile over the years. Whether you recently completed gum disease treatment, have dental implants, or want to continue maintenance care you started elsewhere, we're here to help. We proudly serve patients from West Palm Beach, Palm Beach, and Palm Beach Gardens. Contact Family Dental Care today to schedule your periodontal maintenance visit and keep your gum health on track.
The process
What to expect
- 1
Gum Health Evaluation
We examine your gums and review your history to plan the right maintenance schedule for you.
- 2
Thorough Periodontal Cleaning
Our hygienist carefully removes buildup above and below the gumline to support healthier gums.
- 3
Ongoing Home Care
We share at-home care tips and schedule your next visit to keep your progress on track.