{"id":303,"date":"2015-07-06T15:53:58","date_gmt":"2015-07-06T15:53:58","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.viennapleasantdental.com\/?page_id=303"},"modified":"2015-07-06T15:53:58","modified_gmt":"2015-07-06T15:53:58","slug":"periodontal-scaling-root-planing","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/cornerstonedentalva.com\/procedures\/periodontics\/periodontal-scaling-root-planing\/","title":{"rendered":"Periodontal Scaling &#038; Root Planing"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"content\">\n<div id=\"StylizedImage\">\n<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/styles.prosites.com\/litesite\/2018\/GenedImages\/Stylized\/s_Periodontics-1892515116.jpg\" id=\"ctl00_ImageFlareStylized1_ImageFlareStylized1\">\n        <\/div>\n<p>    <script type=\"text\/javascript\">\n\/\/&lt;![CDATA[\nSys.WebForms.PageRequestManager._initialize('ctl00$ContentPlaceHolder1$sm', 'aspnetForm', [], [], [], 90, 'ctl00');\n\/\/]]&gt;\n<\/script><\/p>\n<div>\n<div class=\"PageService_Line_Item_Name\" id=\"ctl00_ContentPlaceHolder1_PageServiceLineItemName\">\n<div style=\"float:left\"><span id=\"ctl00_ContentPlaceHolder1_Pagename\">Periodontal Scaling &amp; Root Planing<\/span><\/div>\n<div style=\"float:right\"><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"PageService_Line_Group_Items\">\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p align=\"justify\">The objective of scaling and root planing is to remove etiologic agents which cause inflammation to the gingival (gum) tissue and surrounding bone.&nbsp;&nbsp;Common etiologic agents removed by this conventional periodontal therapy include dental plaque and tartar (calculus).<\/p>\n<p align=\"justify\">These non-surgical procedures which completely cleanse the periodontium, work very effectively for individuals suffering from gingivitis (mild gum inflammation) and moderate\/severe periodontal disease.<\/p>\n<p align=\"justify\"><font style=\"FONT-SIZE: 16px\"><strong>Reasons for scaling and root planing<\/strong><\/font><\/p>\n<p align=\"justify\">Scaling and root planing can be used both as a preventative measure and as a stand-alone treatment.&nbsp;&nbsp; These procedures are performed as a preventative measure for a periodontitis sufferer.<\/p>\n<p align=\"justify\">Here are some reasons why these dental procedures may be necessary:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<div align=\"justify\"><strong>Disease prevention<\/strong> &ndash; The oral bacteria which cause periodontal infections can travel via the bloodstream to other parts of the body.&nbsp; Research has shown that lung infections and heart disease have been linked to periodontal bacteria.&nbsp; Scaling and root planing remove bacteria and halts periodontal disease from progressing, thus preventing the bacteria from traveling to other parts of the body. <\/div>\n<p>\n        <\/li>\n<li>\n<div align=\"justify\"><strong>Tooth protection<\/strong> &ndash; When gum pockets exceed 3mm in depth, there is a greater risk of periodontal disease.&nbsp; As pockets deepen, they tend to house more colonies of dangerous bacteria. &nbsp;Eventually, a chronic inflammatory response by the body begins to destroy gingival and bone tissue which may lead to tooth loss.&nbsp; Periodontal disease is the number one cause of tooth loss in the developed world. <\/div>\n<p>\n        <\/li>\n<li>\n<div align=\"justify\"><strong>Aesthetic effects<\/strong> &ndash; Scaling and root planing help remove tartar and plaque from the teeth and below the gumline.&nbsp;&nbsp;As an added bonus, if superficial stains are present on the teeth, they will be removed in the process of the scaling and root planing procedure.&nbsp;&nbsp; <\/div>\n<p>\n        <\/li>\n<li>\n<div align=\"justify\"><strong>Better breath<\/strong> &ndash; One of the most common signs of periodontal disease is halitosis (bad breath).&nbsp; Food particles and bacteria can cause a persistent bad odor in the oral cavity which is alleviated with cleaning procedures such as scaling and root planing. <\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p align=\"justify\"><font style=\"FONT-SIZE: 16px\"><strong>What do scaling and root planing treatments involve?<\/strong><\/font><\/p>\n<p align=\"justify\">Scaling and root planing treatments are only performed after a thorough examination of the mouth.&nbsp; The dentist will take X-rays, conduct visual examinations and make a diagnosis before recommending or beginning these procedures.<\/p>\n<p align=\"justify\">Depending on the current condition of the gums, the amount of calculus (tartar) present, the depth of the pockets and the progression of the periodontitis, local anesthetic may be used.<\/p>\n<p align=\"justify\"><strong>Scaling<\/strong> &ndash; This procedure is usually performed with special dental instruments and may include an ultrasonic scaling tool.&nbsp; The scaling tool removes calculus and plaque from the surface of the crown and root surfaces. &nbsp;In many cases, the scaling tool includes an irrigation process that can also be used to deliver an antimicrobial agent below the gums that can help reduce oral bacteria.<\/p>\n<p align=\"justify\"><strong>Root Planing<\/strong> &ndash; This procedure is a specific treatment which serves to remove cementum and surface dentin that is embedded with unwanted microorganisms, toxins and tartar. &nbsp;The root of the tooth is literally smoothed in order to promote good healing. Having clean, smooth root surfaces helps bacteria from easily colonizing in future.<\/p>\n<p align=\"justify\">Following these deep cleaning procedures, the gum pockets may be treated with antibiotics.&nbsp; This will soothe irritation and help the gum tissues to heal quickly.<\/p>\n<p align=\"justify\">During the next appointment, the dentist or hygienist will thoroughly examine the gums again to see how well the pockets have healed.&nbsp; If the gum pockets still measure more than 3mm in depth, additional and more intensive treatments may be recommended.<\/p>\n<p align=\"justify\"><em>If you have any concerns or questions about scaling and root planing, or periodontal disease, please ask your dentist. <\/em><\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>\n        <input type=\"button\" onclick=\"document.location.href='\/procedures\/periodontics\/'\" value=\"&lt;&lt;\" class=\"Button\" onmouseout=\"this.className='Button'\" onmouseover=\"this.className='ButtonHover'\" id=\"ctl00_ContentPlaceHolder1_btnBack\" name=\"ctl00$ContentPlaceHolder1$btnBack\"><\/p><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Periodontal Scaling &amp; Root Planing The objective of scaling and root planing is to remove etiologic agents which cause inflammation to the gingival (gum) tissue and surrounding bone.&nbsp;&nbsp;Common etiologic agents removed by this conventional periodontal therapy include dental plaque and tartar (calculus). 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