Scaling & Root Planing
A Focused Dental Cleaning
Scaling and root planing is a focused dental cleaning used to treat gum disease and help prevent it from progressing. It goes beyond a regular cleaning by addressing buildup and bacteria both above and below the gumline.
Scaling involves carefully removing hardened plaque (tartar) from the surfaces of the teeth. Root planing goes a step further by smoothing the root surfaces of the teeth and removing bacteria and infected tissue where needed. Together, these steps help create a cleaner, healthier environment for your gums to heal.
How It Helps Your Gums
When gum disease starts, it often develops quietly. Over time, bacteria and tartar can irritate the gums, causing them to become inflamed, sensitive, or prone to bleeding.
Scaling and root planing helps by:
Buildup
Bacteria
Attachment
Healing
For many patients, this treatment is an important step in restoring gum health before the condition becomes more advanced.
What To Expect
The procedure is typically done with comfort in mind, and the area is numbed when needed to ensure you feel at ease throughout the process. It may be completed over one or more visits depending on the extent of cleaning required.
After treatment, your gums may feel a little sensitive at first, but this usually improves as they begin to heal and settle.
With good at-home care and regular dental visits, gums can often become healthier, firmer, and less prone to bleeding over time.
Healing and Long-Term Care
Scaling and root planing is most effective when paired with consistent daily oral hygiene and ongoing maintenance visits. Once bacteria and buildup are controlled, the gums have a much better chance of healing and staying healthy.
At Roytec Dental Centre, we focus on treating gum disease early and gently, with a clear plan to help restore your gum health and support your long-term oral wellness.