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Scaling and root planing

Experience comprehensive dental deep cleaning for gum disease, gingivitis or periodontal disease. We’ll guide you through our procedure of scaling and root planing to help prevent the progression of gum diseases and to restore the foundation of your healthy smile.

What is a dental deep cleaning?

Dental deep cleaning, also called scaling and root planing (SRP), is a non-surgical dental procedure aimed at treating gum disease or periodontitis.  It’s prescribed to patients after a comprehensive exam.

How is it different than regular teeth cleaning?

Regular teeth cleaning is preventative dental care, but scaling and root planing goes beyond the surface, targeting the roots and the infection in your gums. It scales away plaque on teeth, tartar and bacteria that regular brushing and cleaning can’t reach.

Scaling and root planing procedure

Scaling and root planing are the cornerstones of our dental deep cleaning services, a dental care process designed for individuals experiencing symptoms of gum disease that affects the bone structure which supports the teeth. With precision and care, our dental professionals thoroughly clean below the gum line, curbing infection and paving the way for healing and restoration.

What to expect during dental deep cleaning appointment

During your dental deep cleaning treatment at one of our Celebrate Dental & Braces offices, we make the process easy and straightforward for you. Here’s a look into the steps.

Scaling

The first step in deep cleaning involves scaling, where your dentist or dental hygienist uses hand and power instruments to remove plaque and tartar from the surfaces of your teeth and below the gum line. This process may involve both manual scaling tools and ultrasonic scalers, which use high-frequency vibrations to loosen and remove stubborn deposits.

Root planing

Following scaling, root planing is performed to smooth out rough areas on the roots of the teeth, making it more difficult for bacteria to adhere and accumulate. This step also helps the gum tissue to reattach to the roots of the teeth, promoting healing and reducing the depth of gum pockets.

Local anesthesia

Depending on the extent of the treatment and the sensitivity of your gums, your dentist may administer local anesthesia to ensure your comfort throughout the procedure. This numbing agent helps to alleviate any discomfort or pain associated with deep cleaning.

Follow-up care

After deep cleaning, it’s important to maintain good oral hygiene habits, including regular brushingflossing and using antibacterial mouthwash. Your dentist may also recommend more frequent dental check-ups and cleanings to monitor your oral health and prevent the recurrence of gum disease.

Why scaling and root planing is important

Gum disease, if left untreated, can lead to serious oral health issues, including tooth lossperiodontitis (advanced stage of gum disease) and your overall health and well-being. Dental deep cleaning is essential for removing plaque, tartar and bacteria from the roots of the teeth and smoothing out rough spots on the tooth roots to prevent further bacterial growth.

Benefits of deep cleaning teeth

A deep dental cleaning improves your oral health and your lifestyle.

Stronger teeth and healthier gums

Scaling and root planing helps to guard against root decay and progression of gum disease.

Bigger, brighter smile

Improve the appearance of your teeth and get healthy gums. SRP protects against tooth decay and gum disease.

Fresher breath and a cleaner feeling mouth

Say goodbye to bad breath and feel confident in that first ‘hello’.

Why Our Patients Love Us

My family has been coming to Celebrate for 3 years now for general dentistry and orthodontics & they are great. Our appointments are always on time. They’re affordable & have payment plans. The staff is helpful & everyone is kind. Highly recommend.

We have kids in every stage of orthodontics with this office (finished braces, still in braces, in phase 1 treatment, soon to start treatment) and we are happy with the care every one of them has received.

Coming to Celebrate Dental and Braces every month or so for the last few years means we’ve gotten to know most of the staff pretty well, and every single person has been awesome. It’s actually nice to check in for appointments and say hi to our “friends.” It’s so nice to walk into each appointment feeling relaxed and walk out smiling.

Not only are all of the doctors terrific, but the entire team is great to work with. The front desk is always friendly and helpful, billing manages to take the headache out of dealing with insurance, and the assistants are kind and great at what they do. Every member of the support staff has been easy to work with.

Can’t say enough good things about this office!

Absolutely love my results! They were thorough and listened to every concern I had and made sure I was completely satisfied upon the completion of my treatment with my PERFECT SMILE 😊 THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOOOOOU

Scaling and root planing FAQs

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Your path to healthier gums today

Invest in your oral health by scheduling a comprehensive exam with our committed Celebrate Dental & Braces team today. We’re ready when you are!

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