Scaling and Root Planing in Smyrna, GA

Here at MINT dentistry, we want to help patients of all ages achieve a healthy smile that lasts a lifetime. Ideally, we try to help you stay one step ahead of dental conditions by performing regular checkups and dental cleanings; however, if you develop signs of gum problems, a standard cleaning may not be enough. MINT dentistry utilizes modern tools and techniques to arrest the progression of periodontitis with scaling and root planing (SRP) treatment. Scaling and root planing is a nonsurgical option done by our MINT dentistry team to clean out tartar and plaque that has collected beneath the gumline and within the spaces between your teeth and gums. This treatment can help reduce active periodontitis, heal the gum tissues, and boost your gum health. If you have signs of gum disease, schedule a consultation at our modern office in Smyrna, GA. Whether your mouth is already healthy or you have signs of gum disease, we can help you get sexy teeth with experienced, professional care.

The jawbone breaks down when the periodontitis stage of gum disease is present. The soft tissue separates from the roots of the tooth when the oral bacteria within the tartar and plaque take hold. At your dental exam, your MINT dentist will assess your periodontal pockets and capture dental radiographs to visualize the health of the bone supporting your teeth. When the measurements are greater than three millimeters and there is evidence of bone deterioration on your radiographs, scaling and root planing treatment may be recommended. A few of the symptoms of gum disease are chronic halitosis (bad breath), teeth that feel loose, and gums that are swollen, tender, bleed, look red, and are pulling away from the teeth. When gum disease is diagnosed in the earliest stage, SRP treatment can improve these symptoms, but if gum disease has developed into advanced periodontitis (the later stages), you may require a different procedure to meet your periodontal needs.

Local anesthesia is used in our Smyrna, GA practice to numb the treatment area before a periodontal cleaning is done. Your team of MINT dental professionals will also give you other dental sedation options for dental fears or anxieties. To start your SRP treatment, you can enjoy relaxing 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 a pair of our stylish MINT shades to help you feel at ease. When you've been prepped, a member of our dental team will implement special instruments to scale the plaque and tartar deposits from below the gumline. Your hygienist will then meticulously smooth or plane the tooth roots. Establishing a clean, healthy area encourages the gums to reattach to the teeth and decreases the spaces where tartar and plaque can live.

Temporary numbness is common after your SRP treatment. You'll also likely experience gum tenderness and temperature sensitivity for a couple of days. Our MINT dentistry team will discuss aftercare recommendations on how to care for your mouth during the healing phase. It is essential to maintain a regular oral hygiene regimen at home on a daily basis, including proper brushing and flossing, to keep your smile clean and healthy. Our Smyrna, GA practitioners might propose a periodontal maintenance plan to help maintain gum disease and prevent active gum problems from developing. Generally set up 3 – 4 times a year, periodontal maintenance visits replace twice-yearly cleanings and enable us to closely watch the health of your gums and jawbone.

Your dental insurance will most likely partly cover a procedure like scaling and root planing. If you are using insurance, our team will reach out to your insurance company to determine what your policy covers and your remaining costs. If you do not have insurance, MINT dentistry in Smyrna, GA is devoted to helping you afford your dental procedures by taking many different payment methods, including medical financing, which we can tell you about in your initial consultation. Ask a member of our team about the MINT Discount Plan and how it can help you fit the treatments you need, like scaling and root planing, into your budget.

A truly gorgeous smile will be affected when you have an infection in your gums. When periodontal disease is identified early, the condition can often be controlled with SRP (scaling and root planing). Please contact MINT dentistry in Smyrna, GA to find out your treatment options for gum disease by scheduling a consultation. The board-certified doctors at MINT dentistry perform treatments, like scaling and root planing, to help you achieve a smile that's radiant and healthy.