11/03/2025
How Often Should You Get Cleanings If You Have Gum Disease?
Catching gum disease early is key—and so is maintaining it. While twice-a-year cleanings work for healthy mouths, adults with mild to moderate gum disease should ideally visit every 3–4 months to keep bacterial buildup and inflammation under control. Those with moderate to severe periodontitis often benefit from intensive treatments like scaling and root planing, followed by periodontal maintenance visits every 3 months.
These targeted cleanings go deeper than your routine appointment—they remove hardened tartar under the gumline, monitor gum pocket depths, and adjust your care plan if needed. Paired with consistent home care—daily brushing, flossing, and possibly antimicrobial rinses—this schedule is your best defense against gum disease progression.
👉 If your gums have been acting up—even subtly—or if you've had gum issues before, talk with your dentist about a personalized cleaning schedule. Your smile deserves that added care.
