Gingivitis is a gum disease that is very common and can cause many health problems. If left untreated for too long, it can become progressively worse and become periodontitis.

Taking care of your teeth and gums is crucial for your overall health and well-being. If you have gum disease, deep cleaning, scaling, and root planing are important dental procedures to restore and protect your overall health.

Treating gum disease involves more than just brushing. It focuses on removing plaque and tartar under your gums. That is where harmful bacteria can thrive. We will discuss how deep cleaning and root planing can prevent tooth loss and improve your oral and overall health.

If you have gum disease that requires teeth scaling and root planing or a dental deep cleaning, call our office today. We will do everything we can to help you prevent tooth loss, pain, and further spread of infection!

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Gum Disease And The Dangers Of Not Treating It

Gum disease is an infection in your gums that is reversible with the proper care. However, if it is left untreated, it can cause periodontal disease and other lasting damage to your teeth and oral health. Some of the risk factors of untreated gum disease include:

• Persistent bad breath 
• Tooth loss 
• Receding gums 
• Dental abscesses 
• Pain and discomfort when eating 
• Toothache
• Headaches 
• Inflammation
• Loss of your jawbone
• Pregnancy risks
• And more!

Just like anything else in life, it is easier to deal with gum disease earlier when it is still in the gingivitis stage rather than face periodontal disease consequences later.

Make sure to always practice proper oral hygiene, making sure to brush your teeth twice a day, and flossing to remove plaque that has accumulated to keep your teeth and gums healthy. It might sound simple, but by taking these steps daily and staying proactive, you will be healthier, save money, and protect your smile.

Why Do I Have Such Bad Breath?

Bad breath, or halitosis, is a common symptom of gum disease. It’s primarily caused by the plaque, bacteria, and tartar that accumulate above and below your gum line. 

Gum disease can be caused by all the following factors:

• Plaque Buildup
• Gum Infection 
• Tartar Formation
• Hidden Food Particles
• Poor Oral Hygiene
• Advanced Periodontitis
• Dry Mouth
• Tobacco Use
• Dietary Factors

By coming to Sugarloaf Signature Dentistry, we can help combat these bad breath factors with our gum disease treatments. Our professional dental cleanings effectively remove tartar and plaque and dislodge trapped food particles, tackling the primary sources of halitosis. 

For more advanced cases of gum disease, we offer deep cleanings through teeth scaling and root planing to target odor-causing bacteria. Additionally, we can help provide personalized advice for you on improving your daily oral hygiene practices. We can also share with you our resources on improving your nutrition or quitting tobacco use. All of these issues can be major aggravators of both bad breath and gum disease.

Effective treatment of gum disease, gingivitis, and periodontal disease not only improves oral health but also significantly reduces bad breath. It will greatly enhance both your dental and your overall health and well-being.

What Causes Gum Disease And Periodontal Disease?

Gingivitis is the earliest stage of gum tissue disease, characterized by swollen gums that bleed when brushing or flossing. If left untreated, these gingivitis symptoms will grow and progressively get worse. It can progress all the way to becoming periodontal disease or periodontitis.

Periodontitis is a very advanced form of gum disease that needs to be professionally treated at the dental office. If you let your gingivitis progress all the way to periodontitis, you might have to have dental deep cleanings or teeth scaling and root planing for the rest of your life.

If you haven’t already, make sure to schedule a regular cleaning appointment at our office first, so that hopefully, you can prevent gingivitis and further gum disease in the future!

What Is Scaling And Root Planing?

Scaling and root planing, also known as dental deep cleaning, is a non-surgical periodontal treatment procedure designed to remove bacteria from under and around your gum line. 

• Teeth Scaling: During teeth scaling, we will use special instruments to remove plaque and tartar from the surface of your tooth and underneath your gum line. 
• Root planing: During root planing, we will gently smooth the surfaces of your tooth root so that your gums can heal and reattach to your teeth. 

The scaling and root planing procedure is one of the most common treatments for gum disease. Depending on the extent of your periodontal disease, whether it be a minor gingivitis to a major periodontitis, it might require multiple visits to our office.

Dental Deep Cleaning Vs. Routine Dental Cleaning

There are significant differences between a routine dental cleaning and a dental deep dental cleaning. Deep dental cleaning, also known professionally as scaling and root planing, is reserved for patients who have advanced periodontitis. The procedures also differ in the following ways:

• Frequency of treatment: your routine dental cleaning involves a regular biannual appointment to our office to have your teeth professionally examined, brushed, flossed, and polished. All patients should schedule a routine dental cleaning to maintain good oral hygiene, as it plays a vital role in everyone’s oral health regimen. 
• Scope of treatment: Both regular dental visits and a deep cleaning remove plaque and tartar, but a deep cleaning is a more intensive form of treatment designed to address advanced stages of periodontitis. Give our office a call to schedule both types of appointments. We are passionate about keeping you healthy and happy, starting with your smile.

Click to schedule your deep teeth cleaning appointment now, or call us at 770-497-9111.

When Should I Consider Scaling And Root Planing?

You should consider scaling and root planing after you have your examination by one of our dentists. To determine that you need scaling and root planing to treat gum disease, we will look for the following signs:

• Bone loss between the tooth root and jaw
• A receding gumline
• Formation of deep dental pockets

What Does Deep Dental Cleaning Cost?

There are many factors that can impact your cost of scaling and root planing. Please feel free to consult with our billing specialist for a more detailed answer. 

Visit Sugarloaf Signature Dentistry For Treatment Of Gingivitis And Periodontitis!

If you think that you might be experiencing any form of gum disease, please give us a call. We are always here to help you, and we want to make sure that you are in the best health possible.

Our dentists have decades of experience helping patients like yourself achieve perfect health of your teeth and gums. Our team is trained to treat gingivitis and periodontitis in our comfortable and relaxed environment that is judgment-free.

While you are at our office, we will treat you like a member of our own family, and get you back to smiling confidently. Schedule your appointment today and experience the difference!

Click to schedule your deep teeth cleaning appointment now, or call us at 770-497-9111 to get your gums feeling better and your smile gleaming with fresh breath.