What makes you a viable candidate for a Periodontal Scaling and Root Planing?
Most patients who need a scaling and root planing can and should have the cleaning done. The procedure is meant to clean the gingival pockets that have developed around the teeth. By keeping these pockets clean, you’re treating the periodontal disease and preventing it from progressing. Because only local anesthetic is needed, it’s an ideal choice for most patients.
What can be expected with a professional Scaling and Root Planing?
You will initially receive a local anesthetic on just one side of the mouth. This allows the hygienist to work on both the upper and lower teeth on just that side and prevents the whole mouth from being numb at once. The hygienist then begins to clean into and under this pockets and remove debris and hardened plaque. The roots of the affected teeth are smoothed to prevent bacteria from attaching and further infecting the gums and bone. You will then be scheduled with an appointment to come back in for the other side of the mouth to be treated.
If you think you might need a professional scaling and root planing or want to know more about this procedure, call our office so that one of our staff members can answer your questions.