More than 42% of adults over 30 in the United States have a form of gum disease, which can lead to receding gums, bone loss, and permanent tooth loss when left untreated. If you’ve got signs of gum disease (bleeding, swollen gums, or pockets between your teeth and gums), regular cleanings aren’t cutting it. Deep cleanings stop the damage — and can save your teeth.
Take advantage of deep dental cleaning at Knight Dental Family Dentistry in Decatur, Georgia, with Tasha M. Knight, DDS, and her exceptional dental staff by scheduling an appointment by phone or online.
Deep dental cleaning is also called scaling and root planing. It’s an oral health treatment that eliminates bacteria and tartar around tooth roots and under the gumline in patients with mild to moderate gum disease. This treatment is important to prevent the worsening of gum disease and its complications — particularly gum recession and tooth loss.
Dr. Knight determines if you’re a candidate for deep dental cleaning by examining your gums and teeth, assessing the results of your dental X-rays, and reviewing your symptoms. Signs you might benefit from scaling and root planing include:
See Knight Dental Family Dentistry at the first sign of a problem; the earlier gum disease is treated, the better the outcome.
Before you undergo deep dental cleaning at Knight Family Dentistry, Dr. Knight numbs your gums to optimize comfort. She uses specialized dental tools, such as a scaler or ultrasonic instruments, to remove tartar and plaque from your teeth above and beneath the gumline and smooth your tooth roots. She might also inject or prescribe antibiotics or use a dental laser.
A deep dental cleaning often lasts 1-2 hours, depending on the patient. Good at-home oral hygiene habits and routine professional teeth cleanings should keep your gums healthy, though Dr. Knight can repeat deep dental cleanings whenever necessary.
Consider the following to reduce your risk of further gum disease and tooth decay:
Prioritize your oral health, as studies demonstrate its connection with overall health and well-being.
Take advantage of traditional or deep dental cleanings at Knight Dental Family Dentistry today by contacting us by phone or booking an appointment online.
