How Often Does a Dentist Recommend You Get a Deep Teeth Cleaning?

Undergoing a deep teeth cleaning procedure is a great way for patients with periodontal disease to improve their gum health while removing plaque and tartar build-up on their teeth. This article discusses what exactly deep teeth cleaning is and when and how often it is recommended by general dentists.

How often should one get a deep teeth cleaning?

Deep teeth cleanings are not necessary for every patient, but it may be recommended depending on the status of the person’s gum health. Primarily, deep teeth cleanings, which clean both the teeth and beneath the gum line, are recommended for patients that have a more severe form of periodontal disease.

What is a deep teeth cleaning?

Deep teeth cleanings, also called deep dental cleanings or scaling and root planing, are a procedure that cleans below the gum line and closer toward the root of the teeth. This is different from regular teeth cleanings, which clean all areas of teeth above the gum line. A deep teeth cleaning also cleans the surfaces of teeth above the gum line, except the area toward the root of the tooth is cleaned as well.

When might a dentist recommend a deep teeth cleaning?

A dentist might recommend deep teeth cleanings for patients that have a moderate to severe case of gum disease. Specifically, patients that have periodontitis (which is more severe than gingivitis) benefit from deep teeth cleanings. People who have healthy gums and teeth do not typically need deep teeth cleanings.

What is the process for a deep teeth cleaning?

There are two processes involved with deep teeth cleanings. The first process is scaling. This involves removing plaque and tartar build-up beneath the gum line with special, minimally invasive dental instruments. The second step is root planing, which involves cleaning the surface of teeth to remove plaque and tartar build-up. One quadrant is cleaned at a time, and the procedure can take up to an hour to complete.

How can I help prevent gum disease from developing?

A deep teeth cleaning is primarily used to help treat gum disease after it develops. However, the long-term focus after a deep dental cleaning treatment is to prevent gum disease. This can be accomplished by brushing and flossing regularly at home between dental visits. Regular dental cleanings (which are less invasive than deep teeth cleanings) can also help to remove plaque and tartar on teeth and along the gum line to prevent the development of gum disease or cavities.

Do you need to schedule a deep teeth cleaning?

If you have symptoms of gum disease or it has been more than six months since your last visit to the dentist for a check-up and cleaning, then contact our team today to schedule a convenient time for a periodontal health visit. Along with many other preventive and restorative services, we offer deep teeth cleanings for patients in need of treatment to improve their gum health.

Request an appointment here: https://dentalcareofmadison.com or call Dental Care of Madison at (601) 898-9390 for an appointment in our Madison office.

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