What is teeth scaling?
We can identify teeth scaling as deep cleaning. That procedure may be recommended by your dentist. The procedure is generally conducted along with root planing.
Tooth scaling and root straightening help treat chronic periodontal disease (also known as gum disease). They are more in-depth than a typical dental cleaning.
Recovery from this outpatient procedure usually only takes a few days, but can take longer.
When do you need teeth scaling?
If you have signs of chronic periodontal disease in your mouth, your dentist will recommend tooth scaling and root straightening. These procedures can help stop the harmful effects of this condition and keep your mouth healthy.
Chronic periodontal disease occurs when bacteria in plaque cause your gums to recede from your teeth. This causes large pockets to grow between your teeth and gums, and more bacteria that you can't reach with home brushing can multiply there.
That's why it's so important to floss regularly to get to the spots that toothbrushes can't reach.
If left untreated, chronic periodontal disease can lead to:
bone and tissue loss
tooth loss
loose teeth
moving teeth
What happens during teeth scaling?
Tooth scaling and root straightening can be done in your dentist's office as an outpatient procedure. Depending on the severity of your condition, you may need to make one or more appointments for the procedure.
Your dentist may or may not need to use local anesthesia to reduce the discomfort of the procedure. If you are concerned about pain, discuss this with your dentist.
Your dentist will first clean the tartar. This involves scraping plaque from your teeth and large pockets that develop between your teeth and gums.
Then your dentist will do root planning. Your dentist will straighten the roots of the teeth using a scaling tool. This softening helps your gums reconnect to your teeth.
Your dentist may also recommend additional treatment depending on the health of your teeth and gums. Your dentist may use antimicrobials in your mouth to help you heal faster, or prescribe oral antibiotics for you to use for a few days.
Your dentist may also perform a process called host modulation, where additional medications are applied directly to your gums to help correct the adverse effects of long-term periodontitis or reduce the chance of infection following your procedure.
Conventional tools are typically used to perform the procedure, including a scaler and a curette. But there are other tools that can be used for tooth scaling, such as lasers and ultrasonic devices.
Some of the reasons you may develop this condition include:
poor dental hygiene
smoking
aging
changes in hormones
poor nutrition
family history
other medical conditions
With chronic periodontal disease, you may experience deep pockets between your gums and teeth, but there are other symptoms of this condition as well:
bleeding gums
inflamed, red or sensitive gums
bad breath
replacement of permanent teeth
a change in your bite
What happens during teeth scaling?
Tooth scaling and root straightening can be done in your dentist's office as an outpatient procedure. Depending on the severity of your condition, you may need to make one or more appointments for the procedure.
Your dentist may or may not need to use local anesthesia to reduce the discomfort of the procedure. If you are concerned about pain, discuss this with your dentist.
Your dentist will first clean the tartar. This involves scraping plaque from your teeth and large pockets that develop between your teeth and gums.
Then your dentist will do root planning. Your dentist will straighten the roots of the teeth using a scaling tool. This softening helps your gums reconnect to your teeth.
Your dentist may also recommend additional treatment depending on the health of your teeth and gums. Your dentist may use antimicrobials in your mouth to help you heal faster, or prescribe oral antibiotics for you to use for a few days.
Your dentist may also perform a process called host modulation, where additional medications are applied directly to your gums to help correct the adverse effects of long-term periodontitis or reduce the chance of infection following your procedure.
Conventional tools are typically used to perform the procedure, including a scaler and a curette. But there are other tools that can be used for tooth scaling, such as lasers and ultrasonic devices.
What to expect after a teeth scaling
Tooth scaling and root straightening may require multiple visits to your dentist's office. Your dentist will likely recommend that you come back for a follow-up appointment to make sure the procedure worked and you didn't develop any complications such as an infection.
If the pockets have not shrunk, your dentist may recommend that you come back for another procedure.
After tartar cleaning and root straightening, you should continue with normal oral care. This includes brushing your teeth at least twice a day and flossing regularly. You should also eat a healthy and balanced diet and see your dentist for regular dental cleanings to prevent the condition from coming back.
In fact, you'll likely be placed on a rotating periodontal care cleaning schedule for regular cleanings every three to four months rather than a standard cleaning every six months.
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