Scaling & root planing
Deep Cleaning
Scaling and root planing clears the bacteria and tartar below the gumline, fully numbed, so your gums can heal and tighten against your teeth.
- Non-surgical
- Local anesthesia
- Typically two visits
- Chart and x-rays first
800+ five-star reviews · 8-Time Top Doctor
Deep cleaning at Deluxe Dentistry & Esthetics
Deluxe Dentistry & Esthetics provides deep cleanings (scaling and root planing), the non-surgical treatment for gum disease, at both of its offices. You see your pocket chart and x-rays first; then the gums are cleaned below the gumline, fully numbed, followed by periodontal maintenance. Priced at your personalized consultation.
- Recommended when
- Your exam shows gum disease
- Numbing
- Local anesthesia
- Visits
- Typically two
- Then
- Maintenance every 3–4 months
Why patients choose us
Proof First: Your Chart, Your X-Rays, Then Your Decision
Many patients wonder whether a deep cleaning is really needed. At Deluxe Dentistry & Esthetics the answer is on your own chart, and you see it before anything is done.
Your pocket chart
Every pocket measured in millimeters, with bleeding marked. Readings deeper than 4 mm with bleeding are the clearest sign of gum disease.
Your x-rays
Digital x-rays show the bone around each root, and any tartar below the gums, on a screen in front of you.
Your plan and cost
Which quadrants need treatment, how many visits, and your share after insurance, all before you agree.
Deep cleanings and periodontal maintenance, all in-house. No referral to a periodontal office.
Schedule AppointmentMeasured at every exam
How deep are your gum pockets?
The space between your gum and tooth is measured in millimeters. Slide the probe to see what each reading means.
Healthy
Healthy pockets measure 1 to 3 mm. A regular cleaning every six months keeps them that way.
Two different jobs
Above the Gumline vs Below It
Regular cleaning
Prophylaxis · above the gumline
- • For healthy gums or mild gingivitis
- • Plaque and tartar removed, then polished and flossed
- • No numbing needed
- • One visit, every six months
Deep cleaning
Scaling & root planing · below the gumline
- • For diagnosed gum disease: deep pockets, bone loss or tartar below the gums
- • Bacteria and deposits removed below the gums; roots smoothed
- • Local anesthesia
- • Typically two visits, then periodontal maintenance
What to expect
Your Deep Cleaning, Start to Finish
From your first measurement to lasting gum health, here is what happens.
Deep cleaning vs regular cleaning
Dr. Godko explains the difference, and what to ask if you’ve been told you need a deep cleaning.
- 1
Measure Exam & x-rays
Pocket depths are measured around every tooth and reviewed with you, alongside digital x-rays that show bone levels.
- 2
Numb Local anesthesia
The area being treated is numbed so you stay comfortable.
- 3
Scale & plane Ultrasonic & hand instruments
Bacteria and hardened deposits are removed from below the gumline, typically one side of the mouth per visit, and the root surfaces are smoothed so gums can reattach.
- 4
Re-evaluate & maintain Every 3–4 months
Pockets are measured again after healing, then periodontal maintenance keeps the disease under control.
Cost & coverage
What a Deep Cleaning Costs
Priced at your personalized consultation, once your chart shows how much of your mouth needs treatment. Without insurance, the Adult Perio Plan is built for exactly this.
No insurance?Ages 18 and up
Adult Perio Plan
$799 /year
- Everything in the Adult Plan
- Periodontal maintenance cleanings (4 per year total)
- 25% off scaling and root planing (deep cleaning)
- Once deep cleaning is completed, the plan is extended by 1 month (13 months) to fit all 4 cleanings
For patients who complete initial scaling and root planing (deep cleaning) of all 4 quadrants. Deep cleaning is not 100% covered under the Perio Plan, but members get 25% off all needed deep cleaning.
No insurance?Ages 12 and up
Adult Plan
$599 /year
- Adult cleanings (2 per year)
- Doctor exams (2 per year)
- Needed x-rays, as determined by the dentist
- Limited/emergency exams (2 per year)
- Fluoride varnish (2 per year)
- 10% off all additional dental services (15% if paid in cash)
- Exclusive access to promos and specials
In the absence of gum disease.
Insurance
PPO plans and most carriers
We accept PPO plans and most carriers, including CIGNA, MetLife, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Delta Dental and GEHA Connection Dental. No Medicaid, DMO or HMO plans accepted.We work with your insurance to ensure you receive the maximum benefit.
Financing
0% financing with Cherry
0% financing through Cherry. Many patients qualify for 0% interest plans if paid on time.
Membership plan benefits
- No annual maximums
- No deductibles
- No pre-authorizations
- No claims to submit
- No waiting periods
A dental discount plan, not insurance, good only at Deluxe Dentistry & Esthetics. Payment is due at the time of service, and paying through financing reduces the discount to 0%.
Membership plan terms & limitations ›
- This is a dental discount plan and is not dental insurance.
- It is good only at Deluxe Dentistry, LLC. If you are referred to a specialist, they will not offer this discount.
- If you pay for treatment through CareCredit or another financing option, the discount on all treatment is reduced to 0%.
- Payments for services are due at the time of service.
- Benefits apply only while you stay enrolled until your treatment is complete. If enrollment expires before treatment is finished, coverage is no longer available.
- The plan can’t be used for treatment after an injury where a lawsuit, or outside medical, disability or workers’ compensation insurance, is involved.
- Not transferable: one family member can’t be substituted for another.
- Not refundable if you choose not to use the plan.
- Rates are subject to change annually.
- There’s no ID card or member number. Your membership is kept in your electronic record; it starts the day you sign up and renews on that date each year.
- Only the dentist can decide between the Adult Plan and the Adult Perio Plan, based on your gum health. If you enroll in the Adult Plan before your first visit and the dentist determines you need the Perio Plan, you pay the $200 difference.
Full details: Deluxe In-House Membership Plan.
8-Time Top Doctor, Backed by 800+ Five-Star Reviews
“Just had the first half of my deep cleaning done at Deluxe Dentistry, and it went really well. The whole process was smooth and more comfortable than I expected. The clinic is clean, and the staff were friendly and professional, which helped me feel at ease.”
“I would recommend it to anyone. I went for a deep cleaning no pain. The staff very profesional and friendly”
“I love this place. The staffs are kind and their scaling skills are the best! I will continue to take care of my teeth with them.”
“I am generally not a fan of going to the dentist, but the dental hygienist who had to stick needles in my gums, was gentle, patient, fun and informative!”
“The last place I went to made me feel like they were more interested in my wallet than me. The staff at this place did not push extra services.”
“I was terrified of the dentist they made my experience very good I thank God I found this dentist and I will definitely be returning”
“Dr. Godko takes time to listen to your concerns and explains what needs to be done and why. Dr Godko has a calming way and a very gentle touch.”
“All of the staff, from the receptionist, to the hygienist, to the doctors were great. A great experience everytime we have an appointment here.”
Meet your doctor
Dr. Godko and the Deluxe Hygiene Team
Dr. Maxim Godko reviews your pocket chart and x-rays and plans your periodontal care; the hygiene team performs your deep cleaning and maintenance. An 8-Time Top Doctor and NYU College of Dentistry graduate, Dr. Godko performs every gum surgery himself when more than a cleaning is needed, at both offices.
8×
8-Time Top Doctor
IV
Sedation given by Dr. Godko
NYU
College of Dentistry graduate
FAQ
Deep cleaning questions, answered
No, and you don’t have to take anyone’s word for it. A deep cleaning is recommended only when your exam shows gum disease: pockets deeper than 4 mm, bleeding, tartar below the gums or bone loss on x-rays. At Deluxe Dentistry & Esthetics you see your own chart and x-rays before you decide.
Gums that bleed when you brush or floss; red, swollen or tender gums; bad breath that keeps coming back; gums pulling away from the teeth; or teeth that feel loose. Your exam and x-rays confirm it, and Dr. Maxim Godko walks you through what they show.
With ultrasonic and hand instruments, scaling removes plaque and hardened tartar from the tooth and the root surface below the gumline, down to the bottom of each pocket. Root planing then smooths the roots so bacteria have less to cling to and the gums can heal and tighten against the teeth.
The area is numbed with local anesthesia first, so you feel pressure and vibration while you stay comfortable. If you are nervous, nitrous oxide, oral sedation or IV sedation is available, given by Dr. Godko himself.
Typically two visits, with one side of the mouth treated at each. Each visit takes longer than a regular cleaning because every pocket is cleaned to its base; the team tells you the time for your mouth when they book you.
Tender for a few days once the numbness wears off, with some sensitivity to cold as the swelling goes down. Brush gently, keep cleaning between your teeth and follow the aftercare instructions you leave with; both offices are ready to immediately assist with any concerns.
It removes the bacteria and tartar that drive gum disease, so your gums bleed less, the swelling calms, your breath freshens and pockets can shrink as the gums tighten. It protects the bone that holds your teeth in place, and because gum disease has been linked to heart disease and other health problems, treating it supports more than your smile.
Usually once, to bring active gum disease under control. Periodontal maintenance every three to four months then keeps it there, and an area that becomes active again can be treated on its own.
A deep cleaning is priced at your personalized consultation, based on how much of your mouth needs treatment, and you see your cost before you start. We accept PPO plans and most carriers, including CIGNA, MetLife, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Delta Dental and GEHA Connection Dental. No Medicaid, DMO or HMO plans accepted. We work with your insurance to ensure you receive the maximum benefit. 0% financing through Cherry and in-house membership plans, including an Adult Perio Plan, are also available.
Deluxe Dentistry & Esthetics has two offices, in Lawrenceville, NJ and Skillman, NJ. Every procedure is available at both offices.
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Two offices, identical services
Lawrenceville, NJ & Skillman, NJ
Every procedure is available at both offices, so pick whichever is easier, near home or near work.
Every procedure offered
Deluxe Dentistry & EstheticsLawrenceville, NJ
100 Federal City Rd, Suite 104BLawrenceville, NJ08648
Mon 9 am–5:30 pm · Tue 9 am–5 pm · Wed 9:30 am–7 pm · Thu 9 am–7 pm · Fri 9 am–5 pm · Sat 9 am–2 pm
Every procedure offered
Deluxe Dentistry & EstheticsSkillman, NJ
40 Nevius Blvd, Suite 150Skillman, NJ08558
Mon–Thu 9 am–6 pm · Fri 9 am–5 pm
New patients always welcome
Stop Gum Disease Where It Starts
Book an exam to measure your gums, and get a clear plan and cost before any treatment.
Deluxe Dentistry & Esthetics, with offices located in Lawrenceville, NJ, located in Mercer County, NJ, proudly serving the towns ofRobbinsville, Hopewell, Pennington, Hamilton, Lawrence Township, Trenton, Hightstown, West Windsor, Princeton, Ewing, Hopewell Township, East Windsor, NJ, as well as our Skillman, NJ location, located in Somerset County, NJ, proudly serving the towns ofBridgewater, Far Hills, Green Brook, Montgomery, Millstone, Rocky Hill, Bernardsville, Bound Brook, Peapack-Gladstone, Manville, Branchburg, Bedminster, Somerville, Watchung, North Plainfield, Warren, Raritan, Bernards Township, Franklin Township, South Bound Brook, Hillsborough, NJ.
Schedule your appointment online, or call our Lawrenceville, NJ office at (609) 400-1393 or our Skillman, NJ office at (609) 303-2005.
