Scaling and Root Planing in Lilburn, GA

For men and women in Lilburn, GA, MINT dentistry wants to help all of our patients get a healthy, beautiful smile that lasts a lifetime. We prefer to help you avoid dental conditions by providing proactive oral healthcare, like exams and cleanings; however, if you develop signs of gum disease, you may need more than a regular cleaning. MINT dentistry utilizes advanced tools and techniques to address gum disease through scaling and root planing (SRP) treatment. Scaling and root planing is a simple service performed by one of our MINT dentistry practitioners to clear away plaque and tartar buildup that has collected below the gumline within the periodontal pockets. This therapy works to help treat periodontal infection, heal your gum tissues, and increase your gum health. If you have signs of gum disease, please contact us to make an appointment at our state-of-the-art office in Lilburn, GA. MINT dentistry can help you achieve sexy teeth with experienced, professional care while improving or maintaining your oral health.

When periodontal disease advances, harmful oral bacteria that live within the tartar and plaque buildup cause the gums to pull away from the tooth roots and the jawbone to break down. At your dental exam, your MINT dentist will check the spaces between your teeth and gums and capture digital radiographs to examine the bone levels supporting your teeth. If the pockets are over three millimeters and we can detect bone loss on your radiographs, scaling and root planing treatment may be recommended. A few of the symptoms of gum disease include chronic halitosis (bad breath), teeth that feel loose, and tender, inflamed gums that bleed, look red, and pull away from the teeth. If periodontitis is identified and addressed early, scaling and root planing services can reduce these symptoms; however, if it has progressed to advanced periodontitis (the later stages), you might require a different procedure to meet your periodontal needs.

At our Lilburn, GA practice, scaling and root planing is a deep periodontal cleaning that we perform with local anesthesia to numb the treatment areas. Your dentist will also give you other dental sedation options to help you with stress or anxiety. Before your procedure begins, you'll relax in a massaging treatment 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. After prepping your teeth and ensuring your comfort, our dental team members will utilize special instruments for clearing away the plaque and tartar that have built up in the periodontal pockets. Your hygienist will then carefully smooth or plane the tooth roots. Developing a healthy, smooth surface encourages the gums to reattach to the tooth surfaces and lessens the locations where harmful plaque and tartar can regrow.

After your SRP treatment, you will notice numbness in your mouth until the local anesthesia wears off. You'll also likely have tenderness in your gum tissues and tooth sensitivity for a day or two. Our MINT dentistry team will provide you with aftercare tips on maintaining good oral health as your gums recover. You should adhere to a regular oral care routine at home each day, which includes flossing and brushing at least twice a day. A daily routine will keep your teeth and gums clean and healthy. Our Lilburn, GA practitioners could propose a periodontal maintenance program to help reduce gum disease and decrease the risk of active gum problems from occurring. Periodontal maintenance visits take the place of routine prophylaxis services and enable our team to closely track your gum and jawbone health.

Treatments for gum disease, like scaling and root planing, are typically covered by most dental insurance plans. If you have insurance, we will speak to your carrier to determine what your policy covers and your remaining costs. For patients who don't have insurance, MINT dentistry in Lilburn, GA is dedicated to helping you afford your dental procedures by taking several payment methods, including medical financing, which we can discuss during your consultation. Please ask a team member how you can get healthy teeth with the MINT Discount Plan. This in-office program can make it easier for you to afford the treatments you need.

An infection in your gums affects your health and stops you from having a healthy, beautiful smile. However, when gum disease is caught early, it can usually be treated with SRP therapy. Please contact MINT dentistry in Lilburn, GA to schedule your dental exam and consultation. The board-certified doctors at MINT dentistry perform treatments, like scaling and root planing, to help you show off a smile that's radiant and healthy.