Dentistry on Duncan Mill offers scaling and root planing in North York, ON to treat moderate-to-advanced gum disease. This non-surgical deep cleaning procedure removes bacterial deposits from root surfaces below the gum line. Call 416-445-1320 to schedule a periodontal assessment.
Quick Summary
Scaling and root planing is a non-surgical periodontal procedure that goes beyond a regular cleaning to remove bacteria, calculus, and toxins from root surfaces below the gum line. At Dentistry on Duncan Mill in North York, this procedure is the cornerstone of our gum disease treatment program. By cleaning the root surfaces and smoothing them to prevent bacterial re-adhesion, we give the gums the best possible chance to heal and reattach to the teeth.
Pocket depths are measured and recorded to identify which areas require deep cleaning and to establish a baseline for monitoring improvement.
The area being treated is numbed to ensure you remain comfortable throughout the procedure.
Calculus and bacterial deposits are carefully removed from root surfaces using ultrasonic instruments and hand scalers.
Root surfaces are smoothed (planed) to remove toxin-contaminated cementum and create a clean surface that discourages bacterial recolonization.
A re-evaluation appointment 4-6 weeks later assesses healing and determines whether additional treatment is needed.
Schedule your scaling & root planing appointment at Dentistry on Duncan Mill in North York today.
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