A Deeper Dental Cleaning: Scaling & Root Planing

Published On: Feb 13, 2021

Lawrenceville dentist, Dr. Maxim Godko at Deluxe Dentistry tells patients about what scaling and root planing is and why it might be part of your treatment plan.Teeth are typically the first thing that comes to mind for people when they hear the words dentist or dentistry, which makes sense—the root word dent actually means tooth! However, your teeth require healthy gums to hold them in place. 

Did you know gum disease is the leading cause of adult tooth loss ? That’s why it’s important for us to examine your gums just as thoroughly as your teeth, and for you to remain diligent about your oral hygiene routines and cleaning visits with your Lawrenceville dental team.

If You Have Gum Disease

First, know that you’re not alone. Nearly half of adults in the U.S. over the age of 30 experience chronic periodontitis (the advanced stage of gum disease, which starts as gingivitis). Gum disease can be treated, and one of our first steps might be scaling and root planing .

If you have any questions or would like to schedule a visit with Dr. Maxim Godko to ensure your teeth and gums are in good shape, contact Deluxe Dentistry today !

The content of this blog is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of qualified health providers with questions you may have regarding medical conditions.

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Dr. Maxim Godko and Deluxe Dentistry post blog articles twice every month covering dental and health-related topics ranging from services and technology to the latest trends in treatments and natural remedies. Feel free to comment, share, and join the conversation!

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