Deep Dental Cleanings

Phoenix, Arizona

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Are your gums a little puffy? Do they bleed when you brush your teeth? These could be signs of periodontal (gum) disease, a progressive condition with devastating impacts on your oral health. The good news is that it’s manageable. Here at Center Point Dental, we offer deep dental cleanings, referred to as scaling and root planing. The non-surgical treatment helps combat periodontal disease, promoting long-term healthy and beautiful smiles.

What Are Common Warning Signs of Periodontal Disease?

Red, swollen, tender, or painful gums
Bleeding gums when brushing or flossing your teeth.
Bad breath that won’t go away even with brushing and mouthwash

Discomfort when you bite or chew
A receding gum line that leaves your teeth looking longer
Changes in how your teeth fit together
Loose teeth that may lead to tooth loss

What Is Periodontal Disease and What Are Its Impacts?

Periodontal disease is a potentially serious condition that affects the gums, bone, and tissues that keep the teeth in place. It usually results from plaque buildup along the gum line. If not removed by regular brushing and flossing, the plaque can harden to tartar, which irritates the gums, causing inflammation. Additional risk factors for periodontal disease include family history, smoking, misaligned teeth, and hormonal changes like those that happen during pregnancy.

As the disease progresses, pockets form between the teeth and gums, providing harmful oral bacteria the ideal environment to flourish. If left unchecked, periodontal disease can continue to progress, eventually leading to bone loss and, ultimately, tooth loss.

Aside from your smile, your gum health can impact your overall health. Studies suggest a strong connection between periodontal disease and a range of health concerns, like heart disease, stroke, diabetes, and more.

What Happens During a Deep Dental Cleaning?

Your deep dental cleaning, or scaling and root planing procedure, starts by using an ultrasonic scaler to gently blast off plaque and tartar buildup from your teeth and gum line. We will also clean your tooth root surfaces and smooth them out to prevent bacteria from accumulating once again.

At Center Point Dental, our highly experienced dental hygienists are known for their experience, expertise, and gentle approach to deep dental cleanings. We are also happy to offer a local numbing gel to provide a more comfortable treatment experience without needing dental anesthetic shots.

Deep dental cleanings and meticulous oral hygiene practices can help manage or even reverse the earliest stage of periodontal disease known as gingivitis. However, once the condition progresses, it cannot be reversed or cured. The good news is that scaling and root planing, coupled with good home oral hygiene, can prevent further damage to the gums, bone, and structures holding your teeth in place.

What Is Periodontal Maintenance?

After a deep dental cleaning, you will require ongoing periodontal maintenance and care to keep your gums as healthy as possible. We typically recommend visits to our office every three to four months, during which we will evaluate your gum health, check for gum recession, and measure the depth of your periodontal pockets. We may recommend interventions, if needed, to keep your gums as healthy as possible. With regular care, we aim to prevent the impacts of periodontal disease on your oral and overall health.