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Oral hygiene is essential to our day-to-day lives, as taking care of our smile can help prevent poor oral health. Professional dental cleaning and treatment are required to address and avoid gum diseases like gingivitis or periodontitis. One of the most common procedures our dentists, Dr. Andrea M. Montgomery and Dr. Patrick R. Montgomery, offer at Montgomery Family Dentistry is a deep cleaning in Lawton, Oklahoma. Deep cleaning, or scaling and root planing, is an essential way to help the health of your smile and heal the damage occurring in your gums and teeth.
Scaling and root planing, or deep cleaning, is a non-surgical procedure for treating gum diseases. This procedure involves removing plaque and tartar buildup from the teeth' surfaces and the teeth' roots. Scaling refers to removing plaque and tartar from the surfaces of the teeth, while root planing involves removing these deposits from the roots of the teeth.
Scaling and root planing are recommended for those with gum disease or who have developed pockets between their teeth and gums. Pockets are spaces that form between the teeth and gums due to bacterial infection, and they can cause the gums to recede and the teeth to become loose. Individuals who have a family history of gum disease, smoke, have a poor diet, or have medical conditions that impact oral health are also at a higher risk of developing gum disease and require scaling and root planing to treat it.
The procedure is non-surgical, but for patients who feel anxious, we may provide local anesthesia to help them feel relaxed and comfortable. Dr. Andrea M. Montgomery or Dr. Patrick R. Montgomery will use specialized tools to remove the plaque and tartar buildup from the surfaces of the teeth and the tooth roots. Then, they will smooth out the surfaces of the tooth roots so the gum tissue can reattach to the teeth and promote healing.
Depending on the severity of the gum disease, the procedure may be broken into multiple appointments.
After scaling and root planing, properly caring for your teeth and gums is essential. You should follow Dr. Andrea M. Montgomery or Dr. Patrick R. Montgomery's instructions for brushing and flossing, eating a healthy diet, stopping smoking, and attending regular dental checkups. In addition, you may also need to use an antibacterial mouthwash prescribed by your dentist to kill any remaining bacteria in your mouth.
Scaling and root planing are recommended for those with gum disease or who have developed pockets between their teeth and gums. Pockets are spaces that form between the teeth and gums due to bacterial infection, and they can cause the gums to recede and the teeth to become loose. Individuals who have a family history of gum disease, smoke, have a poor diet, or have medical conditions that impact oral health are also at a higher risk of developing gum disease and require scaling and root planing to treat it.
The procedure is non-surgical, but for patients who feel anxious, we may provide local anesthesia to help them feel relaxed and comfortable. Dr. Andrea M. Montgomery or Dr. Patrick R. Montgomery will use specialized tools to remove the plaque and tartar buildup from the surfaces of the teeth and the tooth roots. Then, they will smooth out the surfaces of the tooth roots so the gum tissue can reattach to the teeth and promote healing.
Depending on the severity of the gum disease, the procedure may be broken into multiple appointments.
After scaling and root planing, properly caring for your teeth and gums is essential. You should follow Dr. Andrea M. Montgomery or Dr. Patrick R. Montgomery's instructions for brushing and flossing, eating a healthy diet, stopping smoking, and attending regular dental checkups. In addition, you may also need to use an antibacterial mouthwash prescribed by your dentist to kill any remaining bacteria in your mouth.
Scaling and root planing, or deep cleaning, provides several benefits, including:
Scaling and root planing are essential dental procedures that help prevent and treat gum disease. It is painless, relatively non-invasive, and has several long-term benefits for your oral health. If you are experiencing symptoms of gum disease, it's time to visit our office and inquire about a professional deep cleaning. Remember to take good care of your teeth and gums after the procedure and attend regular checkups to maintain good oral health.Please schedule an appointment today to see what deep cleaning cad does for your teeth and gums.
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