Deep cleanings
A deep cleaning treats gum disease by cleaning below the gumline, where bacteria and tartar build up around the roots of your teeth.
Why gums matter
Gum disease often starts quietly, with gums that bleed when you brush. Left untreated it can lead to receding gums, loose teeth, and tooth loss.
What a deep cleaning involves
Also called scaling and root planing, a deep cleaning removes tartar from the tooth roots and smooths them so gums can heal and reattach. It is often done in more than one visit, and the area is numbed so you stay comfortable.
Afterward, more frequent cleanings help keep gum disease under control.
Common questions
My gums bleed when I brush. Should I come in?
Yes. Bleeding gums are one of the earliest signs of gum disease and worth a checkup.
How is this different from a regular cleaning?
A regular cleaning focuses on the teeth above the gumline. A deep cleaning goes below it to treat gum disease.
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