Scaling & Root Planing in Beverly Hills

Healthy gums are essential; they form the strong base that supports every beautiful smile. Unfortunately, gum care is often overlooked, but at our Beverly Hills dental practice, we understand just how crucial it is.

If you’ve noticed bleeding during brushing or flossing, or if your gums feel sore and swollen, it may be a sign that your usual dental cleaning isn’t enough. In such cases, scaling and root planing, a deep cleaning procedure, can effectively combat gum disease and restore your oral health.

This treatment targets areas below the gumline that regular brushing and flossing can’t reach. It’s primarily used to manage early to moderate periodontal disease, which occurs when plaque hardens into tartar beneath your gums.

The process involves two key steps:

• Scaling: Removing plaque and tartar buildup both above and beneath the gums.
• Root Planing: Smoothing the surfaces of the tooth roots to encourage the gums to reattach and heal properly.

Scaling and root planing is a non-invasive, highly effective way to reduce gum inflammation and prevent tooth or bone loss if addressed early.

Gum disease can develop quietly, often without obvious symptoms. But watch out for:

While “deep cleaning” might sound daunting, the procedure is gentle and effective. Here’s how we perform it in our Beverly Hills office:

1. Comprehensive Gum Assessment
   We measure your gum pockets and examine them for inflammation, infection, or bone loss.
2. Numbing the Area
   Local anesthesia ensures the treatment is comfortable and pain-free.
3. Scaling
   Using specialized tools, including ultrasonic scalers, we remove tartar and plaque buildup.
4. Root Planing
   The tooth roots are carefully smoothed to reduce bacteria and promote gum reattachment.
5. Aftercare Instructions
   We guide you on proper home care, including brushing, flossing, and rinsing, to support healing. A follow-up visit is usually scheduled to monitor progress.