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To maintain your oral health for a lifetime, Dr. Ward and Dr. Askew can also care for your gum health. With consideration of all your oral structures, you may want to consider the long-term effects of your dietary and oral hygiene choices. If you do not have healthy gums, our dentists may recommend periodontal maintenance in Shallotte, North Carolina. We ask that you visit Carolina Coast Family Dentistry regularly, so that we can catch any signs of gum disease early on. To learn more about periodontal disease and to organize your visit with us, please call 910-754-4507.
If your gums feel tender, appear red or swollen, or bleed easily, you may be experiencing periodontal disease. Also known as gum disease, periodontal disease is a progressive condition caused by bacteria in plaque that builds up on the teeth. Without treatment, it can lead to the loss of teeth, gum tissue, and supporting bone. Although gum disease cannot be cured, it can be effectively managed to protect your oral health. Our doctor is proud to offer periodontal maintenance to help control periodontal disease and reduce the risk of serious complications.
Periodontal maintenance involves visiting our office on a regular basis, typically once every three months, for a professional cleaning. These treatments include thorough cleanings both above and below the gum line, removing plaque, tartar (hardened plaque, also called dental calculus), and bacteria to prevent the condition from worsening. Periodontal maintenance is recommended every three months because when biofilm is not removed, the periodontal bacteria begin to flourish within three to twelve weeks. By providing a cleaning at twelve weeks (three months), we are able to remove these bacteria and keep the condition under control. To learn more about periodontal maintenance and how we can treat gum disease, we welcome you to call or visit our office today.
