How Often Do You Need a Periodontal Cleaning?

Periodontal disease often begins between teeth where they can be harder to clean. Bacterial toxins and the body’s natural immune response can trigger bone loss and gum detachment, which leads to the development of periodontal pockets. These pockets are difficult to clean even during a professional cleaning treatment. You might need a periodontal cleaning instead. A periodontal cleaning is a special type of deep cleaning procedure that is used to address gum disease. During this procedure, both your teeth and the periodontal pockets will be cleaned. Our West Hollywood dentist will help you decide on the best schedule for your needs.

During a periodontal cleaning, the pockets are carefully cleaned of all plaque and tartar. This helps combat inflammation and removes the bacteria that are irritating the bone and gum tissue. Once your periodontal pockets have been thoroughly cleaned, you will need to be placed on a regular schedule of periodontal maintenance. Each patient will have individual needs and risk factors that play a role in his or her ideal treatment schedule. However, most will need to have a periodontal cleaning about every three to four months. Regular dental cleanings are typically performed every six months. Call us to learn more or to schedule your appointment with our expert in periodontal cleaning in West Hollywood.