Summit Dental Center™ in Houston, TX, offers one of the most effective non-surgical ways to treat gum disease, scaling and root planing to clean deep and treat signs of gum disease.
What Is A Deep Cleaning or Scaling and Root Planing?
Scaling and root planing, a minimally invasive dental treatment, deep cleans your teeth and gums down to the roots of your teeth. A person may need scaling and root planing to treat gingivitis—a mild form of gum disease—or periodontitis—a more serious form of inflammation around the gums. Scaling and root planing scrapes off the hardened plaque from the gum line and removes spots from the roots of teeth that are prone to gathering bacteria and toxins. If left untreated, these pockets of bacteria and toxins will deepen, causing bone damage and eventual tooth loss.
What Are The Benefits Of A Deep Cleaning?
Root planing and scaling is one of the most effective ways to treat gum disease before it becomes severe. Additional benefits include:
Relatively painless and quick non-surgical approach to prevent and treat milder cases of periodontal disease
Much faster healing time than surgeries that include cutting, stitching or other procedures
Prevents further gum disease from damaging gum tissue, teeth, and bones
Easier maintenance for clean, healthy teeth and gums
How Is A Dental Deep Cleaning Performed?
Before the procedure, your periodontist or dentist will probably numb the area by applying a local anesthetic or numbing gel to your gums. The method of scaling is then performed, which scrapes off the tartar and bacteria from above and below the gum line. An ultrasonic tool, laser, or another manual instrument can be used for the scaling method. After this is complete, your dentist or periodontist will smooth the surface of teeth through the method of root planing, which further prevents bacteria from accumulating along root surfaces of teeth. This procedure is typically performed in one office visit.
How Does The Dentist Determine The Need For Scaling And Root Planing?
Your dentist or periodontist can first help you assess your gum conditions and concerns in order to discuss whether the scaling and root planing procedure might be right for you.
Your qualified dental provider will use a tool called a periodontal probe to measure the plaque buildup on your teeth and gums.
If plaque buildup creates a deep pocket of 3mm or more, a professional, regular dental cleaning will not be sufficient to combat the bacteria in that area. Your dentist or periodontist will then help you prepare for your scaling and root planing procedure.
What Is The Recovery From Scaling and Root Planing?
After your scaling and root planing procedure, you may experience some bleeding, which will subside. Your qualified dental provider may also prescribe medications such as antimicrobial mouth rinse, antibiotics, and/or antiseptics after scaling and root planing to control bacterial infections. A follow-up appointment to measure pockets of plaque buildup is recommended to ensure other treatments or procedures are not needed. Finally, good oral hygiene including twice daily brushing and flossing remains paramount to the continued prevention of periodontal disease.
How Much Does Dental Deep Cleaning Cost?
Dental Deep Cleaning costs Start at $200.00 per quadrant. There are 4 quadrants of the mouth (upper right, lower right, upper left and lower left).
We are committed to providing quality, affordable care for you and your family. We offer a variety of payment options and accept most insurance plans. We also accept government assistance programs.
Why Choose Summit Dental Center™?
Known as a “great dentist for kids,” Summit Dental Center™ has a reputation for providing a family friendly atmosphere and positive dental experience
We use a gentle touch to help put nervous and fearful patients at ease
We have a bright and clean play area for children
We provide quality care at affordable rates
We have 7 convenient locations with flexible evening and weekend hours
What Happens At The Initial Consultation?
All new cash patients receive a $25 initial consultation
Your initial visit consists of x-rays, examination, and consultation
Treatment options are discussed before any service is performed
We make quality dental care easy and affordable
With seven convenient locations throughout the Houston area, we offer both extended and weekend hours to our patients. We are dedicated to providing quality dental service, so please contact us at (713) 425-0450 today to schedule your appointment!