Keeping your smile healthy isn’t just about the surface of your teeth. Plaque and tartar can build up below the gumline, where regular brushing and even routine cleanings can’t reach. That’s where scaling and root planing—a deep cleaning treatment—comes in.
This non-surgical procedure helps fight gum disease, protect your teeth, and restore your gums to health.
Scaling and root planing is a two-step process designed to treat gum disease:
Scaling – removing plaque and tartar from below the gumline and deep within the pockets around your teeth.
Root planing – smoothing the roots so your gums can reattach and heal more securely.
💡Scaling and root planing is often recommended when gum disease is beyond what a regular cleaning can address—but before more invasive surgical treatment is needed.
Your comfort is always our priority. Here’s how the procedure typically goes:
Local anesthesia – numbs the area so you remain comfortable.
Deep cleaning – plaque and tartar are gently removed below the gums.
Root smoothing – allows gums to reattach more easily.
Multiple visits if needed – sometimes each section (quadrant) of the mouth is treated in separate appointments.
The procedure itself is done under anesthesia, so most patients feel little to no pain. Afterward, gums may feel tender or sensitive for a few days.
Mild soreness usually fades in 1–2 days, though sensitivity can last up to a week. Some swelling or minor bleeding is normal.
Brush twice daily and floss every day
Use an antibacterial mouthwash if recommended
Visit us every 6 months for checkups
Avoid tobacco products
Maintain a balanced diet rich in vitamins and minerals
Gum disease doesn’t just affect your teeth—it impacts your overall health. Scaling and root planing can help stop it in its tracks and restore your gums.
Schedule your scaling and root planing consultation today at our office in Marine Park, Brooklyn!=.
1.718.339.0252
1.718.376.0912
1666 Marine Pkwy, Brooklyn, NY 11234
1666 Marine Pkwy,
Brooklyn, NY 11234
