One of the most common dental conditions in oral medicine is Periodontal disease. This condition involves the inflammation of the gums that affect the bone and the stability of the teeth in the mouth. Some of the factors that contribute to periodontal disease include: Smoking, diabetes, plaque, and poor oral hygiene. There are few treatments available to treat periodontal disease.

 

Scaling and Root planning also known as "Deep Cleaning"

 

Scaling and Root Planning is a detailed procedure which debride and cleans the accumulation of plaque and tartar buildup below the gumline. The procedure starts with manual hand instruments and ultrasonic instruments. The ultrasonic instruments remove the plaque, bacteria, tartar and diseased tissue with use of sonic vibrations. Manual hand instruments are used in conjunction to remove the remainder of tartar and "plane" the root surface leaving a clean, smooth surface for the gum tissue to re-attach.

 

How will it feel?

 

If your gum tissue is sensitive and diseased, local anesthesia will be administered to "numb" the gum tissues. There should be no discomfort during the procedure after your gums are anesthetized. Your teeth may be slightly sensitive for a day or two after the procedure while the gums are returned to health. If your teeth are sensitive after the procedure , it may be recommended that you use a desensitizing paste to provide you with sensitivity relief.

 

At our dentist office scaling and root planing may take two visits based upon the level of oral disease .

 

 

How does the procedure feel

 

 

The procedure normally begins with local anesthesia to numb the tissues so that there will be no discomfort during the cleaning process. Following the procedure your teeth may be slightly sensitive for one to two days while the gums are healing. We sometimes prescribe desensitizing medication to provide you with sensitivity relief.

 

Periodontal Maintenance

 

• If you have been treated for periodontal disease you are required to be placed on periodontal maintenance. Periodontal maintenance is a cleaning procedure performed to clean the teeth at 3 month intervals. Maintenance is an important part of treating gum disease.
• Tartar and plaque removal – Even with the use of best brushing and floss home-care techniques, it can be difficult to remove all debris and bacteria from the gum pockets that buildup over time.
  
  
• Stain Removal – It’s hard to feel confident about a smile that is stained and yellow. Maintenance can remove the teeth of unsightly stains and polish the teeth to its beauty.
  
  
• Fresher breath – Periodontal disease is often occurs with bad breath (halitosis). Bad breath is usually caused by a combination of left over food particles below the gum. The removal of plaque, calculus and bacteria noticeably improves breath and promotes oral health.
  
  
• Pocket Reduction – Regular periodontal maintenance decreases the buildup of irritants that cause periodontal disease and therefore promotes reduction of periodontal pockets and elimination of the disease.

 

 At our dental office we routinely treat periodontal disease effectively in Gilbert. please contact us to schedule a consultation with Dr. Mazaheri.