Check gum health
Your hygiene needs are based on inflammation, pocketing, calculus, bleeding and your previous periodontal history.
Cleanings & periodontal care
Dental Hygiene & Gum Care
Professional hygiene care supports healthy gums and teeth and can be tailored to your periodontal needs and home-care routine.
How we approach it
Start with the diagnosis, then choose the treatment.
Dental hygiene visits may include removal of plaque and calculus, periodontal measurements, polishing when appropriate, preventive recommendations and individualized home-care coaching.
Care may include
- Routine dental cleanings
- Periodontal measurements and gum-health monitoring
- Scaling and periodontal maintenance when indicated
- Polishing and stain removal when appropriate
- Fluoride and preventive recommendations when appropriate
- Home-care guidance for brushing, flossing and interdental cleaning
What to expect
A simple, step-by-step process.
Clean where home care cannot
Professional instrumentation removes deposits that cannot be predictably removed with routine brushing and flossing.
Set a recall interval
The appropriate timing between hygiene visits depends on your individual gum health and risk factors.
Questions about hygiene & gum care
Common questions.
These answers are general. Your dentist can give you advice that is specific to your situation after an assessment.
How often should I have my teeth cleaned?
There is no single interval for everyone. Your recommended schedule depends on gum health, buildup, medical factors, home care and previous periodontal disease.
Why do my gums bleed?
Bleeding can be associated with inflammation and several other factors. A dental examination and periodontal assessment can help identify the likely cause.
Can gum disease be treated?
Many periodontal conditions can be managed, but the recommended treatment and maintenance schedule depend on severity, risk factors and response to care.
Appointments
Have a question about Hygiene & Gum Care?
Call the clinic or request an appointment. We can help determine whether an assessment is the right next step.
