Standard cleanings are preventive treatments recommended to keep your teeth and gums healthy. However, if you have underlying gum disease, All Smiles Dental Studio in Encinitas, California, will recommend deep teeth cleaning as a non-invasive treatment for gum disease. Periodontal cleanings overcome gum disease and prevent it from progressing into advanced periodontitis.
Deep teeth cleaning explained
Gum disease occurs when plaque is left to thrive in your mouth, inviting harmful bacteria that inflame the gums. When you don’t treat gum disease, harmful bacteria attack the space between the teeth and gums, causing deep pockets. Also known as periodontal pockets, these deep pouches attract more tartar and harmful bacteria that can’t be removed with at-home dental care.
Deep teeth cleaning involves two procedures. Through scaling, the dentist uses a hand scaler and ultrasonic device to remove dental calculus beneath the gum line and from the tooth roots. After scaling, the dentist proceeds with root planing to polish the tooth roots to eliminate rough edges where harmful bacteria tend to accumulate. Root planing also promotes healthy attachment of gum tissues to the teeth.
Deep teeth cleaning: The procedure
Before the procedure, the dentist administers local anesthesia to ensure your treatment is comfortable. Your dentist won’t begin your treatment until you are relaxed and settled. The treatment can take more than one visit, with the dentist treating each half of the mouth per visit.
After your deep teeth cleaning, expect mild swelling, bleeding, and tenderness. However, we’ll give you aftercare tips to manage your discomfort. Furthermore, your dentist will schedule regular appointments to monitor your progress. We will recommend dental appointments every three to four months, although more frequent visits may be necessary depending on the severity of your symptoms.
Is deep teeth cleaning worth it?
When you have gum disease, you don’t have to undergo invasive treatments to restore your gum health. Periodontal cleanings offer the following benefits:
- Eliminates bad breath
- Stops your gum disease from progressing
- Relieves dental pain
- Protect your overall well-being from systemic diseases
- Keeps your smile looking beautiful
Are you battling gum disease and think deep teeth cleaning is right for you? Don’t let gum disease progress because it can cause irreversible damage. Instead, call (760) 232-8878 to schedule an appointment with Dr. Ali Shahrokh.
