Deep Cleaning for Healthier Gums with Scaling and Root Planing at OPUS Dental Specialities!
Get rid of plaque and tartar below the gumline, prevent gum disease, and restore your oral health with expert scaling and root planing.
Why Scaling and Root Planing is Important for Your Oral Health ?
- Scaling and root planing is a deep cleaning treatment designed to remove plaque and tartar build-up beneath the gumline, which are primary causes of gum disease.
- This treatment helps in preventing more serious issues like tooth loss, bad breath, and gum recession.
- Early intervention with scaling and root planing can save you from more invasive dental treatments and preserve your gum health.
What is Scaling and Root Planing?
The Deep Cleaning Solution for Gum Disease Prevention
Scaling
Scaling involves the removal of plaque and tartar from the surface of the teeth, especially in areas below the gumline where regular brushing cannot reach.
Root Planing
Root planing is the process of smoothing out the roots of the teeth, allowing the gums to reattach to the teeth, helping in the prevention of further gum disease.
Treatment Duration
Depending on the severity of the gum disease, scaling and root planing can take one or more visits to complete.
Benefits
The treatment helps reduce gum inflammation, prevent infection, and eliminate harmful bacteria, which are essential for overall oral health.
Post-Treatment Care
After scaling and root planing, patients may experience mild sensitivity, but it should subside within a few days. Regular follow-up appointments will ensure the gums are healing properly.
Why Choose OPUS Dental for Scaling and Root Planing?
State-of-the-Art Technology
Ensures long-term success by addressing every detail.
Gentle and Comfortable Treatment
Preserves as much of the natural tooth structure as possible.
Comprehensive Aftercare
Decreases the chances of requiring additional treatments.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Regular cleanings focus on plaque removal from above the gumline, while scaling and root planing go deeper, addressing plaque and tartar below the gums.
Most patients experience minimal discomfort, as local anesthesia is often used to numb the area being treated. You may feel mild tenderness after the procedure, but it typically subsides within a few days.
If you have swollen, bleeding gums or deep gum pockets, you may need scaling and root planing. A thorough examination by your dentist will determine the appropriate treatment.