Gingivitis is the first stage of gum disease and is almost always completely reversible if treated early. Unfortunately, left untreated, it can progress your deep tissues and eventually cause bone and tooth loss. If you experience bleeding or sure gums when brushing or flossing, you probably have gingivitis.

Scaling and root planing treat gingivitis, knocking out gum disease before it progresses into your bones or teeth.

We start with a local anesthetic to numb the treatment area. Then we use an ultrasonic scaler and other hand instruments to remove the plaque and calculus from below your gum line to clean the roots of your teeth and smooth any rough surfaces. This process clears away plaque and tartar so your gum tissues can reattach to your teeth.

For the procedure to be successful, you must maintain an at-home oral health care routine after treatment. Flossing daily to remove food debris and plaque can stop bacteria from causing further destruction in your mouth.

To schedule a consultation with Dr. Monica Crooks in Sacramento, California today, please call (916) 922-2027 or book online.

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