Prevention of gum infection
Periodontics in Bilbao
Prevention of gum reinfection at our clinic in Bilbao
At our dental clinic, we take care of every stage of our treatments. In cases of gingivitis or periodontitis, we pay special attention to check-ups to prevent reinfection after periodontal treatment.
Once periodontal treatment has been completed and an examination has confirmed that the infection has been cured, it is essential to monitor the health achieved through a preventive programme or treatment for gum reinfection, better known as periodontal maintenance. Its aim is to preserve gum health and, in particular, to prevent further periodontal infection.
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Maintenance after periodontal treatment
The periodontal maintenance we carry out at our dental clinic in Bilbao is part of periodontal therapy and is essential for monitoring the new periodontal health achieved and stabilising the levels of oral hygiene attained.
This follow-up or monitoring visit for periodontal health has several sections that are completed during the same appointment:
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We will update your medical and health history to analyse any changes that may affect your gums, such as vascular disease, pregnancy, inflammation, diabetes, etc.
02
We will examine your lips, face and temporomandibular joint to check for the absence of lymph nodes or adenopathy in your face and neck.
03
We will examine your salivary glands, oral mucosa, tongue, floor of the mouth, and palate.
04
We will assess your dental condition to rule out fractures, cavities, or wear and tear.
05
We will monitor the effectiveness of your dental hygiene and help you improve it to better remove dental plaque.
06
We will redo your periodontal chart (the map of your teeth) to see if there are any risks or changes and repeat treatment if necessary.
07
We will perform supra and subgingival prophylaxis to remove bacterial plaque using the GBT protocol.
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We will clean your teeth with fluoride or a specific treatment to reduce tooth sensitivity.
09
We will reinforce recommendations to change habits that promote periodontal reinfection.
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We will give you a new appointment to continue with preventive treatment and keep your mouth healthy in the long term.