Dental Hygiene Services

Professional periodontal exams, scaling, root planing, and tailored care for your oral health.

General Dental Hygiene

Scaling and Root Planing

Scaling and root planing is a non-surgical deep cleaning procedure that removes plaque and tartar from above and below the gum line. It smooths the root surfaces to prevent bacteria buildup, helping to treat gum disease (periodontal disease) by reducing inflammation and supporting the immune system.

This treatment consists of two steps:

Scaling removes tartar from teeth and gums.

Root planing smooths tooth roots to prevent bacterial growth.

By eliminating hardened plaque (calculus), scaling and root planing can stop gum disease from progressing and improve overall oral health.

Root Planing

Root planing is a non-surgical dental procedure that smooths rough spots on tooth roots, preventing gum disease by eliminating bacteria buildup.

Unlike tooth scaling, which removes plaque and tartar from the tooth surface, root planing targets the roots below the gum line. During the procedure, a dental professional gently moves aside gum tissue to access the roots, using specialized scaling tools to remove tartar and create a smooth surface.

Root planing helps reduce inflammation, supports gum health, and prevents periodontal disease progression.

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