This Dental Procedure Does What Brushing Can’t
Scaling and root planing is a focused treatment for early to moderate gum disease, and it does much more than a regular cleaning. We also call this treatment combo a deep cleaning because it targets the tooth roots below the gum line. While you may not need this type of procedure right now, given that more than half of adults will experience some form of gum disease, a deep cleaning could be in your future. Keep reading to learn more.