Scaling & Root Planing (Deep Cleaning)
Remove the tartar and bacteria below your gumline with scaling and root planing at Most Dental in Las Vegas, NV. A deep cleaning helps treat gum disease and lets your gums heal.
DEEP CLEANING FOR HEALTHIER GUMS
When gum disease progresses, plaque and tartar build up below the gumline, in pockets that a regular cleaning cannot reach. At Most Dental, we provide scaling and root planing — often called a deep cleaning — in Las Vegas, NV, to clean these areas and help your gums heal.
Scaling removes plaque and tartar from the tooth surfaces above and below the gumline. Root planing smooths the root surfaces, making it harder for bacteria to collect and helping the gums reattach to the teeth.
A deep cleaning is often the first step in treating periodontitis. It is usually done in one or more visits, and the area can be numbed to keep you comfortable.
WHY CHOOSE US?
BENEFITS OF SCALING AND ROOT PLANING
A deep cleaning treats the cause of gum disease below the gumline and supports long-term gum health.
Clean Below the Gumline
Remove tartar and bacteria from pockets a regular cleaning cannot reach.
Help Gums Heal
Smooth root surfaces help the gums heal and fit snugly around the teeth.
Reduce Pocket Depth
As the gums heal, the pockets around the teeth can become shallower.
Protect Your Teeth
Treating gum disease helps protect the bone that holds your teeth in place.
Fresher Breath
Removing bacteria below the gums can help with persistent bad breath.
Calmer, Healthier Gums
Reduce the swelling and bleeding caused by gum disease.
YOUR VISIT, EXPLAINED
WHAT TO EXPECT DURING A DEEP CLEANING
Scaling and root planing is a non-surgical treatment, and your dentist will explain each step before you begin.
Gum Health Assessment
Your dentist measures the pockets between your teeth and gums and may take X-rays to see how gum disease has affected the supporting bone.
Numbing for Your Comfort
The areas being treated can be numbed with local anesthesia, so you stay comfortable during your deep cleaning.
Scaling and Root Planing
Tartar and bacteria are removed from above and below the gumline, then the root surfaces are smoothed. Treatment may be divided into sections over more than one visit.
Follow-Up and Maintenance
A follow-up visit checks how your gums are healing. Regular periodontal maintenance cleanings help keep gum disease under control.
WHY A DEEP CLEANING MAY BE RECOMMENDED
A regular cleaning focuses on the teeth and the area just at the gumline. When gum disease has created deeper pockets, tartar collects below the gums where only a deep cleaning can remove it.
Your dentist may recommend scaling and root planing if your gums bleed easily, the pockets around your teeth are deeper than normal, or X-rays show signs of bone loss from gum disease.
After a deep cleaning, your gums may feel tender and your teeth a little sensitive for a few days. Rinsing with warm salt water and brushing gently can help while you heal.
Keeping up with daily brushing and flossing and returning for regular maintenance cleanings is the best way to keep your results and protect your gums.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT DEEP CLEANINGS
What is scaling and root planing?
Scaling and root planing is a deep cleaning that removes plaque and tartar from above and below the gumline and smooths the root surfaces of the teeth, helping gums heal from gum disease.
How much does a deep cleaning cost in Las Vegas, NV?
The cost depends on how many areas of the mouth need treatment and how advanced the gum disease is. Contact Most Dental for an examination and a personalized treatment estimate.
How is a deep cleaning different from a regular cleaning?
A regular cleaning removes plaque and tartar from the teeth at and above the gumline. A deep cleaning also cleans below the gumline and smooths the roots, treating active gum disease.
Does scaling and root planing hurt?
The area can be numbed, so most patients feel little discomfort during treatment. Some tenderness and sensitivity afterward is normal and usually fades within a few days.
How long does a deep cleaning take?
It depends on how many areas need treatment. A deep cleaning is often divided into two or more visits, each treating a section of the mouth.
What should I do after a deep cleaning?
Brush gently, floss daily, and follow any instructions from your dentist, such as rinsing with warm salt water. Avoid very hot, spicy, or hard foods while your gums are tender.
Will I need more deep cleanings in the future?
Many patients need regular periodontal maintenance cleanings after treatment to keep gum disease under control. Your dentist will recommend how often you should come in.
READY FOR HEALTHIER GUMS?
Find out whether a deep cleaning is right for you at Most Dental in Las Vegas, NV. Schedule a visit and we’ll check your gum health and explain your options.