Scaling and Root Planning Coral Springs
The deep cleaning procedure is quite different from the regular teeth cleaning by the hygienist at your dentist’s office in Coral Springs. This treatment is primarily designed to reduce gum inflammation, prevent further bone loss and improve the health of your gums. It involves cleaning below the gum lines and all the hard-to-reach spots like pockets located near the base of your tooth roots. It helps to clean the tartar off, which, if left untreated, can cause severe bacterial infections. Deep cleaning is a great treatment solution for those suffering from periodontal diseases.
What happens during deep cleaning?
The following steps are involved in a deep cleaning process:
- Your dentist cleans your teeth thoroughly during deep cleaning, above and below the gum lines.
- Removing tartar and bacteria from the gum pockets.
A deep cleaning procedure usually requires two or more visits to the dentist. They would use local anesthesia to numb the mouth during the procedure so that you do not feel any pain or discomfort. Anesthesia is not required in some cases depending on the condition and patient’s preference.
Advantages of deep cleaning
The deep cleaning procedure comes with several benefits, like:
- Prevents further bone loss.
- It stops gum diseases such as gingivitis from getting worse.
- Deep cleaning fights bad breath leaving you with a healthy mouth and a fresher breath.
- It helps to promote healthy gums.
- It helps to gradually reduce the chances of tooth loss due to periodontal issues.
- A deep cleaning helps reduce the size of the pockets and slow the progression of gingivitis and gum disease.
- Through deep cleaning, all the stubborn stains are removed, and it prevents infections caused by bacteria.
Types of treatment used during deep cleaning
- Tooth scaling- this is when your dentist removes plaque and tartar from below the gum line going all the way into the bottom of the space between your teeth and gums, known as pockets. This usually occurs during the first appointment for your deep cleaning session.
- Root planning- the process helps your gums to reattach to the teeth. During root planing, a dentist uses a scaling instrument to clean plaque and other build-ups from the roots of your teeth, and smoothen the roots.
The whole procedure gets completed in two visits. The follow-up visit helps the dentists understand your teeth’ conditions, if they are getting healthier and if the pocket depth has decreased.
Does deep cleaning hurt?
Teeth scaling and root planing have a high chance of causing discomfort; this means that after the procedure, you will experience sensitivity and your gums are likely to swell. The swelling will resolve on its own. You should also expect minor bleeding; visit your nearby dentist if it does not stop but instead increases with time. But during the treatment, you will be given local anesthesia which means you will not experience any pain.
Who is a candidate for deep cleaning?
Deep cleaning is not recommended for everyone. If you are in an advanced stage of periodontal disease, you might have to undergo this treatment. Contact our dentist at Delight Dental Smiles to know if you are the right candidate for this treatment.
