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Why do I need scaling and root planning?
The goal of scaling and root planning is to eliminate the source of periodontal infection by removing the plaque, tartar, and bacterial toxins from the root surfaces of the teeth below the gumline.
When you have active periodontal disease, routine cleanings are not enough because they generally remove plaque and tartar above the gumline only. |
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Root Planing Depth |
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The procedure
To keep you comfortable, we usually numb the area before root planning begins.
Using specialized instruments, we carefully and meticulously remove the plaque and tartar around the beneath the gumline, and then smooth the root surfaces. |
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This removes the source of infection and helps your gums heal. As they heal, your gums will tighten around your teeth.
We may schedule scaling and root planning over several appointments. This way we can promote your comfort, check the healing, and help you fine-tune your homecare efforts. |
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