If you have an aggressive form of periodontal disease, this puts the gums at risk for becoming inflamed and sensitive and the teeth at risk for falling out. Our doctors at Downtown Dental LLC encourage patients to schedule routine dental visits to prevent periodontal disease that harms the oral cavity. When periodontal disease becomes severe, scaling and root planing will be necessary to restore periodontal health.
Root planing and scaling are done when gums have either started to pull away from the teeth or the roots of the teeth have hard mineral deposits (tartar) on them. Dental scaling occurs with manual hand instruments, ultrasonic instruments or both. Our doctor will start the procedure with a thorough examination of your mouth. Next, an ultrasonic scaling device will be used to eliminate the plaque bacteria with sonic vibrations. Because this may cause gum sensitivity, we are happy to discuss sedation options that will make the patient more comfortable.
If you have questions or concerns regarding periodontal disease or scaling and root planing, please give us a call. To learn about the services we provide at our practice, visit www.downtown-dental.com for more information. To schedule an appointment with one of our doctors at Downtown Dental LLC in Chicago, IL, call 312-782-8862.
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