When is it appropriate to undergo a scaling/root planing? This procedure goes beyond the standard professional cleaning you undergo during a routine dental checkup. This preventive treatment involves the accessing of your teeth under your gum line. Bacteria found under your gums will be removed, and the surfaces of teeth will be polished in order to make it harder for future bacteria to take hold. This is recommended for patients who have gingivitis, an early stage of gum disease. Without intervention, gingivitis can turn into the more severe periodontitis, which is not reversible, and will create serious oral health threats.

How Your Long-Term Oral Health Can Be Impacted By Gum Disease

Your long-term oral health care will be significantly impacted if you do nothing to stop the worsening of gum disease. Your soft tissue and bone around teeth can be destroyed by this infection, and that destruction can cause tooth loss. It should be noted that in addition to impacting your oral health, gum disease can be linked to possible general health worries. In fact, potentially serious issues, like heart disease, can be impacted by the health of your gums.

Using Preventive Dental Care To Stay On Top Of Potential Oral Health Problems

If you maintain good preventive care habits, you can lower your risk for gum disease, just as you lower your risk for tooth decay. Care at home is vital. Both brushing and flossing should be employed in order to keep your mouth safe. These habits, in tandem with regular dental visits, can help you control your risk for problems like gingivitis (and later periodontitis), in addition to helping you avoid cavities.

Talk To Greenhaven Family Dental About Scheduling A Scaling/Root Planing

If you are showing signs of possible gum disease, Dr. Roberts at Greenhaven Family Dental can offer you help in the form of a scaling/root planing. This procedure works to eliminate the presence of bacteria under your gum line, in order to protect you from real periodontal risks. To learn more about us, or to schedule an appointment, call our office in Baxter, MN, today at (218) 454-0523. We proudly treat patients from Brainerd, Little Falls, Staples, Crosby-Ironton-Deerwood, and all surrounding communities.