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Gum disease is one of the most serious oral health issues. It requires extensive and detailed care to truly eliminate, and scaling is the primary treatment. This intensive deep teeth cleaning is the best way to remove problematic plaque and tartar and may be what saves your teeth. Below, you’ll find the answers to common questions people have about the procedure.

4 Common Questions About Dental Scaling

What is gum disease?

Gum disease occurs when plaque builds up below the gum line. Gradually, it coats unprotected teeth roots and hardens to tartar. Meanwhile, decay-causing bacteria create serious infections in the gum tissue. This results in bleeding, pain, and eventually, tooth loss. The damage isn’t irreparable, though, thanks to scaling.

How does scaling help?

Scaling is a way of deep cleaning your teeth and is often accompanied by root planing. Scaling will eliminate problematic plaque below the gum line, while planing will help restore the affected teeth. After, the gum tissue will be able to recover, and the infection will be eliminated.

What’s the procedure like?

teeth-cleaning-charles-p-debanne-ddsDuring the procedure, your dentist will first use a local anesthetic to numb the area. They’ll then scrape deep below the gum line to clean tartar and plaque that have formed. The gums have often receded in this case, leaving pockets between the space.

Once clean, they’ll smoothen the affected area so that gum tissue can reconnect. It’s a painless procedure. After, your dentist will focus on resolving the infection and may use an antibiotic or administer a medication directly into the gums. This will speed up healing. There are also laser scaling and planing options that your dentist may offer.

What should I expect after?

You may need several sessions to completely resolve the issue, and your dentist will want to schedule a follow-up exam to see how your mouth is healing. There may be some discomfort in the following days. Once you’ve recovered, you’ll need to brush and floss at least twice a day to keep plaque from forming.

 

Whether you’re dealing with gum disease or need a routine teeth cleaning, dentist Charles P. Debbane, DDS of Hamilton, OH, can assist. Accompanied by Laura M. Arnold DDS, Dr. Debbane brings over 20 years of experience to patients. He offers a variety of services, including cosmetic dentistry solutions, and takes a personalized approach to care. Call (513) 887-6654 to schedule an exam and visit his website to learn more about his services.

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