Brad A. Walker, D.D.S.
Family & Cosmetic Dentistry
Dr. Brad A. Walker offers periodontal maintenance treatments for patients who have gum disease, or need to manage gum disease and prevent it from advancing. This deep cleaning treatment helps halt the progression of the disease and preserves your oral health and appearance.
If your gums are tender, red or swollen, or if they bleed easily, you may suffer from periodontal disease. Periodontal disease, which is also known as gum disease, is a degenerative condition caused by bacteria in plaque which accumulates on the teeth. When not treated, periodontal disease can result in the loss of teeth, gum tissue and bone. While gum disease is not curable, we can treat the condition and keep it under control to protect your oral health. Dr. Walker can provide periodontal maintenance to help treat periodontal disease and prevent the serious effects of the condition.
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 gumline, 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 12 weeks. By providing a cleaning at 12 weeks, we are able to remove these bacteria and keep the condition under control.
To learn more about periodontal maintenance, please call us at 408-445-4444 to schedule an appointment with Dr. Walker.
