Scaling and Root Planing in Kennesaw, GA

All of our patients in MINT dentistry in Kennesaw, GA deserve to achieve the healthy smile they’ve always wanted. Ideally, we try to help you prevent dental conditions by recommending annual exams and biannual cleanings, but if you develop symptoms of gum disease, your normal cleaning twice a year might need extra help. MINT dentistry uses modern techniques to help stop the progression of periodontitis with scaling and root planing (SRP) therapy. Scaling and root planing is a simple option done by our team of MINT dental professionals to clean out plaque and tartar buildup that has accumulated beneath the gumline and within the spaces between your teeth and gums. This treatment works to help treat the periodontal condition, heal your gums, and improve the health of your gums. If you have reason to believe you are suffering from gum disease, contact us to make an appointment at our modern office in Kennesaw, GA. If you want to improve or maintain your oral health, MINT dentistry will help you achieve sexy teeth with experienced, professional care.

Periodontal disease advances when the bacteria that live within tartar and plaque deposits make the gums start to pull away from the tooth roots and cause the jawbone to start deteriorating. At your annual examination, our skilled MINT practitioners will check the spaces between your teeth and gums and capture radiographs to review the level of the bone tissue supporting your teeth. When the pockets are over three millimeters and we can see bone loss on your x-rays, scaling and root planing treatment may be the recommended treatment option. A few of the symptoms of gum disease are chronic bad breath, tooth mobility, and tender, inflamed gums that bleed, look red, and are pulling away from the teeth. If gum disease is discovered early on, scaling and root planing can control the condition; however, if it has progressed to later stages (advanced periodontitis), you might require a different procedure to boost your oral health.

Local anesthesia is applied to the treatment area in order to keep you comfortable during your deep scaling and root planing cleaning treatment in our Kennesaw, GA office. We can also review stronger sedation techniques if you feel anxious or stressed about having this procedure. To start your SRP treatment, we'll ask you to sit back and relax in an extremely comfortable, massage-style chair. Once you've put on a set of Beats headphones and selected some music, we'll give you MINT shades to protect your eyes. Once you are ready, one of our experienced dental professionals will implement special instruments to clear away the buildup under your gumline. Your hygienist will then skillfully smooth or plane the tooth roots. Establishing a smooth, healthy area encourages the gumline to adhere to the root surfaces and reduces the spaces where destructive tartar and plaque can accumulate.

You’ll notice numbness in your mouth following your scaling and root planing procedure until the local anesthesia wears off. It is also normal to experience gum tenderness and tooth sensitivity for a couple of days. Our MINT dentistry experts will talk with you about post-treatment recommendations on how to take care of your teeth and gums during recovery. It is important to follow a thorough oral hygiene regimen at home each day, which includes flossing and brushing at least twice a day, to keep your smile healthy and bright. Our Kennesaw, GA dentists may suggest periodontal maintenance visits to help control gum disease and prevent active periodontal conditions from recurring. Taking place every 3 – 4 months, periodontal maintenance visits are performed in place of twice-yearly cleanings and allow our experts to closely monitor your gum and jawbone health.

Your dental insurance will usually cover part of your scaling and root planing gum disease treatment. If you have insurance, our team will speak to your carrier to understand your coverage and personal costs. For patients who don't have insurance, MINT dentistry in Kennesaw, GA is committed to helping you afford your dental procedures by taking many payment methods, including low-interest medical financing, which we can tell you about in your initial consultation. Ask us about the MINT Discount Plan, which can help you afford everything you need to get a healthy, beautiful smile.

A healthy and beautiful smile is possible, but gum disease damages your smile. When gum disease is caught early, it can typically be treated with nonsurgical scaling and root planing. Contact MINT dentistry in Kennesaw, GA to find out your treatment options for gum disease by scheduling a consultation. Our team of dental health professionals will work to restore your gums and help you achieve a smile that's radiant and healthy.