Scaling & Root Planing

One of the first treatments our periodontist may recommend if you are diagnosed with gum disease is scaling and root planing. This treatment works to remove harmful bacteria and plaque from your mouth, and it is performed using the Cavitron ultrasonic scaler to ensure the most precise and thorough cleaning of your mouth possible. To schedule a consultation with Dr. Glenn Roeder and learn more about scaling and root planing in Los Angeles, California, call Calm Dental today at 213-624-3333.

Scaling and root planing is one of the most common and effective treatments recommended for gum disease before it becomes severe. This deep cleaning treatment includes two main steps:

The goals of scaling and root planing are to remove bacteria, plaque and tartar, and to halt the progress of the disease. While most scaling and root planing treatments can be completed comfortably without an anesthetic, our dentists can offer several anesthetic and other comfort options to make certain that you feel at ease during your treatment. The scaling and root planing treatment may be split up into several appointments, in which we treat one section of the mouth at each appointment.

Scaling and root planing may be combined with other types of periodontal therapy, such as antibiotic treatment. For most patients, scaling and root planing is enough to prevent periodontal disease from progressing further. For more information about the benefits of scaling and root planing and to learn more about the other types of periodontal treatment we offer, please do not hesitate to contact our office.

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