Scaling and root planing
Gum issues don’t usually show up all at once. It’s more of a slow shift — a little bleeding here, a bit of tenderness there — and then one day things feel different. Scaling and root planing is simply a careful way of cleaning the spots you can’t reach on your own, especially where the gums have started to loosen around the teeth.
The goal isn’t complicated: clear out the buildup, give the gums a chance to settle down, and help everything feel steadier again. Treating it early can make a real difference in how your mouth feels day to day and how your teeth hold up over the years.
What to expect
We freeze the area so you’re comfortable, then clean beneath the gumline at a slow, steady pace. After that, we talk through simple home-care steps so healing feels manageable.
We offer direct billing, transparent cost explanations, and support with insurance so you always know what to expect.