If  you’ve been neglecting a good oral health routine. Or, you’ve done your best, but you’ve developed plaque and tartar build-up on teeth scaling and root planing can help you to get a remedy for that.

A regular routine of twice-daily tooth brushing and daily flossing is an important part of regular plaque removal for everyone. But if you have risk factors that have caused a build up of plaque on your teeth and gums to harden into tartar, your dentist may suggest scaling or root planing your teeth to remove the plaque and tartar build-up on teeth. If it’s untreated, severe tartar build up on teeth along and under the gum line can cause the gums to pull away from the teeth, which may increase the risk of gum problems.

Scaling and root planing are common nonsurgical teeth cleaning techniques that may prevent the need for more serious procedures.

Scaling removes plaque and tartar build up on teeth from the areas both above and below the gum line.

Root Planing uses special tools to smooth rough spots on the tooth roots. This process not only removes bacteria and helps reduce plaque build up on teeth, but it provides a smooth surface for gums to reattach to the teeth.

After a scaling and root planing procedure, be sure to follow your dentist’s instructions and maintain an oral care routine of twice-daily tooth brushing and daily flossing.

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