Scaling and Root Planing in Sun City Center

Jacobs and Thatcher Dentistry performs scaling and root planing procedures in Sun City Center, Florida. To schedule your appointment, please call our office at 813-634-1932.

Scaling and root planing, also known as dental deep cleaning, help to manage periodontal disease. During this procedure, your practitioner will use an instrument called a scaler to remove every trace of plaque and tartar from the entire tooth surface. After scaling, they perform root planing, which involves smoothing the root surface to allow healthy gum tissue to reattach.

• Helps to prevent tooth loss resulting from periodontal disease
• Reduces the size of periodontal pockets
• Boosts gum health

Jacobs and Thatcher Dentistry has the expertise you need to treat your periodontal condition. For over 50 years, the practice has served residents of Sun City Center and the surrounding area. The doctors are trusted partners in improving their patients’ oral health and protecting their teeth for years to come.

• Swollen gums that bleed when brushing and flossing
• Tartar (calculus) buildup along and below the gum line
• Loose teeth
• Receding gums
• More space between teeth

What causes periodontal disease?

When poor oral hygiene allows plaque and tartar to accumulate, patients have a higher risk for periodontal disease. Plaque and tartar release bacterial toxins that attack healthy gum and bone tissue, eventually weakening them to the point where they endanger teeth. Improving oral hygiene can reverse the initial stage of gum disease (gingivitis), but if the condition progresses further, it can only be controlled using procedures like scaling and root planing.

How does scaling and root planing treat periodontal disease?

Scaling and root planing is a front-line treatment for periodontal disease. Removing plaque and tartar buildup above and below the gumline improves your oral health by eliminating the source of bacterial infection. The absence of plaque and tartar allows healthy gum tissue to reattach and reduce the size of periodontal pockets.

Is scaling and root planing uncomfortable?

Dentists use local anesthesia to prevent any discomfort during the procedure, but you may experience some after the procedure when the anesthetic wears off. This sensation should pass quickly.

How can I make my gums healthy again?

Your dentist can control periodontal disease with conscientious treatment. However, you must make the necessary changes to your oral health routines. Brushing, flossing, using prescribed antibacterial mouthwash, and attending all scheduled appointments for scaling and root planing can help reduce the impact of periodontal disease.

Can gum tissue grow back?

Receding gums do not grow back on their own. You may need a surgical procedure called gum grafting to protect your natural teeth. The best course of action is to treat gum disease early and prevent gum recession.

Call Jacobs and Thatcher Dentistry

Your dentist is your most valuable partner in combating periodontal disease. If your dentist recommends scaling and root planing, book your appointment as soon as possible. Please call our office at 813-634-1932 to schedule your appointment today.