Gum and supporting-tissue health
Periodontal care manages gingivitis, periodontitis and soft-tissue conditions. Diagnosis considers bleeding, pocket depth, bone loss, recession and hygiene.
Treatment direction
Depending on severity, care may include hygiene instruction, scaling, subgingival debridement, risk-factor control or periodontal/soft-tissue surgery.
- Daily plaque control
- Cause and risk-factor management
- Reassessment of tissue response
- Scheduled maintenance care
Long-term maintenance
Periodontal disease can recur without maintenance. Review intervals are tailored to disease severity and plaque control.
This content has been editorially structured for easier reference; medical information is general and does not replace an in-person examination.