{"id":264,"date":"2019-03-01T19:53:29","date_gmt":"2019-03-01T19:53:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.patrickcrowleydds.com\/blog\/?p=264"},"modified":"2019-04-01T19:54:10","modified_gmt":"2019-04-01T19:54:10","slug":"gum-therapy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.patrickcrowleydds.com\/blog\/2019\/03\/01\/gum-therapy\/","title":{"rendered":"Do I Need Scaling and Root Planing for Gum Therapy?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-265\" src=\"https:\/\/www.patrickcrowleydds.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/scaling-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"scaling and root planing\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.patrickcrowleydds.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/scaling-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.patrickcrowleydds.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/scaling.jpg 707w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>Besides your teeth, your gums are vital to a healthy smile. They provide your teeth with the support they need to stay in place while sealing out bacteria from your oral structures. Unfortunately, the biggest threat to the health of your gums is an infection that affects roughly 50% of adults. Gum (periodontal) disease results from an infection caused by tartar accumulations. Over time, it destroys the supporting structures for your teeth, leading to tooth loss. It can also enter your bloodstream, causing an array of general health concerns. Gum therapy is necessary to stop the spread of the infection. Often, your dentist recommends <a href=\"https:\/\/www.patrickcrowleydds.com\/periodontal-therapy.html\">scaling and root planing<\/a> to save your smile.<\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why Do I Need to Treat Gum Disease?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Gum disease results from bacteria found in plaque and tartar\naccumulations near the gum line. In its earliest stages, it causes the gingival\ntissue to appear red, swollen, and bleed. Over time, the bacteria destroy the\nsupporting structures for your teeth, causing them to become loose and fall\nout. The bacteria can also enter your bloodstream through regular chewing. As\nit circulates throughout your body, it increases your risk of cardiovascular disease,\nrespiratory infections, diabetic complications, and Alzheimer\u2019s disease.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It is best to treat gum disease at the first sign of the\ninfections to prevent any long-term complications for your mouth or body. The\nfirst step to restoring a healthy smile involves a treatment called scaling and\nroot planing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Scaling and Root Planing<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Scaling and root planing are also known as a deep cleaning.\nAlthough it is often thought to only be one treatment, it actually involves two\nseparate procedures. During the scaling process, special dental tools are used\nto remove tartar and bacteria from below the gum line. After the gingival\npockets are cleaned, another dental instrument is used for the root planing.\nThis involves smoothing the root surfaces of your teeth to prevent future buildup\nwhile also allowing your gums to reattach to your teeth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Your dentist may use a local anesthetic to minimize any\ntooth sensitivity or discomfort during the treatment. In some cases, it may\ntake more than one appointment to treat your entire mouth. Your dentist may\nrecommend more frequent cleanings as part of your periodontal therapy. With the\nright care from your dentist and the proper oral hygiene habits at home, you\ncan stop the spread of the infection to restore a healthy smile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Stop Gum Disease Today!<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Do not wait until it is too late to save your smile from gum\ndisease. Get the treatment you need with scaling and root planing. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>About Dr. Patrick\nCrowley<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.patrickcrowleydds.com\/meet-the-doctor.html\">Dr. Patrick\nCrowley<\/a> received his dental degree and completed an AEGD residency program\nwhile also continuing his education in many specialty services. He provides individualized\nsolutions to protect and restore the health of your teeth and gums. If you have\nperiodontal disease, he has the treatments you need. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.patrickcrowleydds.com\/contact-us.html\">Contact our office\ntoday<\/a> to schedule your consultation for gum disease therapy. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Besides your teeth, your gums are vital to a healthy smile. They provide your teeth with the support they need to stay in place while sealing out bacteria from your oral structures. 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