If you begin to suffer from symptoms like sore, red, and even bleeding gums, then you could benefit from a preventive procedure known as a periodontal cleaning. The procedure is more involved than a traditional one, and can help manage the disease to protect your smile from worsening symptoms and tooth loss. In today’s blog, your Grand Prairie, TX, dentist talks about periodontal cleanings and how they help smiles!
When You Need a Deep Cleaning
A traditional dental cleaning should happen every six months for kids and adults alike, as this allows us to remove all plaque and tartar buildup from the teeth to lower the risk of cavities and periodontal issues, as well as bad breath and teeth stains. But if you have inflammation, also known as gingivitis, or the early stages of gum disease, then you should see our team for a deep cleaning, also known as a scaling and root planing. The periodontal cleaning can help us manage the disease so you can avoid the later stages linked to complications like adult tooth loss!
The Scaling and Root Planing Process
If you have symptoms like sore, red, and bleeding or receding gums, then let us know right away. This could indicate gingivitis and gum disease, and we could help protect your smile with a scaling and root planing. The procedure involves using an ultrasonic scaling device, which emits gentle vibrations to remove all plaque and tartar from the surfaces of the teeth. Our team then uses a manual pick to remove any stubborn portions of tartar. The process also removes the buildup from the roots and from beneath the gum line. Since this is more involved than a traditional cleaning, we can numb the smile to keep you comfortable. This could take one visit or as many as four, depending on the severity of your buildup. The last step is to polish the tooth to limit the ability for plaque and tartar to build up before you see us again for another visit.
What Happens Next?
To help manage the disease and safeguard your smile, we could conduct a dental cleaning every three to four months to keep buildup in control to reduce inflammation and prevent the onset of periodontitis, the stage linked to discomfort and tooth loss. At home, you can help with better brushing and flossing habits, and by avoiding too much sugar in your diet or using tobacco products. Make sure you attend your checkup visits as we schedule them. These actions also help fight issues like tooth decay and dental infection. If you have any questions, or if you want to schedule a periodontal cleaning, then contact our team today! We want to help you smile with confidence and avoid the risk of issues like tooth loss.
Learn More About Periodontal Cleanings
Our team wants to help improve your gum health with periodontic dental care. When you are ready to schedule your appointment for periodontal dentistry, then contact Pecan Tree Dental in Grand Prairie, TX at 972-262-5111.
