Scaling and Root Planing: What to Expect from Deep Cleaning

When gum disease progresses beyond mild gingivitis, regular cleanings may not be sufficient to halt its progression. In these cases, your dentist may recommend a procedure called scaling and root planing. This “deep cleaning” is a nonsurgical treatment that targets plaque and tartar buildup below the gumline to help reverse early periodontal disease. Dr. Steven Holbrook has decades […]

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