As the gums heal, the teeth will shift and your bite will need to be adjusted several times over the first few weeks, even for the first year and beyond. Although it seems counter-intuitive, an inadequate adjustment is what’s usually responsible for soreness or sensitivity following LANAP. Three to six weeks after your surgery, impressions will be made of your teeth and splints will be fabricated to stabilize and immobilize the teeth while you sleep. It is important to wear these splints, as we humans have a tendency to periodically clench our teeth and jaws during sleep. This clenching can produce extremely damaging forces, which can delay or prevent healing. Professional cleaning is recommended every three months for the first year, and re-evaluation of your condition will be done at the twelve-month visit. Most people with gum disease remain at risk for the rest of their lives, and would benefit from having their teeth cleaned every three months indefinitely.