If your last dental exam revealed signs of early stage gum disease your dentist may recommend a scaling and root planing procedure to prevent the disease from advancing. Scaling and root planing aka “deep cleaning” may sound a bit invasive, but it’s actually just a step beyond the typical teeth cleaning that you have done as a part of your regular 6 month checkup. The goal is to remove the bacterial plaque that has collected in the space between your teeth and the gum tissue that may have receded as a result of the gum disease. Visit our Elite Smiles of Louisville website, https://www.elitesmileslou.com to learn more about preventive care.
