Scaling and Root Planing in Conyers, GA

MINT dentistry wants all their valued patients in Conyers, GA to have beautiful, healthy smiles that last a lifetime. We prefer to help you stay one step ahead of dental problems by performing regular checkups and dental cleanings; however, if you have signs of periodontal problems, your normal cleaning twice a year might need extra help. MINT dentistry uses advanced tools and techniques to treat the advancement of periodontal disease through SRP, or scaling and root planing treatment. SRP is a nonsurgical procedure performed by our team of MINT dental professionals to remove plaque and tartar deposits that have accumulated below the gumline and within the spaces between your teeth and gums. This procedure is designed to help treat the periodontal condition, heal the gums, and boost your gum health. If you have reason to believe you are suffering from gum disease, schedule a consultation at our modern practice in Conyers, GA. Regardless of the condition of your mouth and gums, we will help you get sexy teeth with professional, personalized care.

When destructive oral bacteria cause the soft tissues to separate from the tooth roots and the jawbone to break down, gum disease has progressed to the periodontitis stage. At your annual examination, our skilled MINT practitioners will measure the depths of your gum pockets and capture x-rays to review the amount of bone supporting your teeth. When the depths are greater than three millimeters and we can see bone loss on your x-rays, scaling and root planing treatment may be recommended. The first signs of periodontal disease are chronic bad breath, loose teeth, and tender, inflamed gums that have started to become red, bleed easily, or recede. If gum disease is discovered early on, SRP treatment, therapy, and other procedures can reduce these symptoms, but if gum disease has developed into later stages (advanced periodontitis), you may require another treatment to boost your oral health.

SRP treatment (deep periodontal cleaning) is typically performed under local anesthesia at our Conyers, GA office. Your dentist may also recommend one of our sedation dentistry techniques if you feel anxious or stressed about having this procedure. To start your SRP treatment, we'll ask you to sit back and relax in a comfortable chair. You'll choose music to listen to through our Beats headphones, then you will be given our signature MINT shades to protect your eyes. Once you are ready, one of our gentle dental practitioners will utilize advanced instruments to scale plaque and tartar accumulation within your periodontal pockets. Our team will then meticulously smooth or plane the root surfaces. Creating a healthy, smooth area can enable the gum tissues to grow back against the root surfaces and minimize the locations where destructive oral bacteria can live.

Directly after your procedure, you may experience temporary numbness from the anesthesia, as well as gum tenderness and temperature sensitivity for a day or two. Our MINT dentistry team will talk with you about how to maintain good oral health as your gums recover. It is important to maintain a regular dental care routine at home each day, which includes daily flossing and brushing, to keep your smile healthy. Our Conyers, GA practitioners could propose a periodontal maintenance program to help inhibit gum disease and help stop active periodontal problems from arising. Scheduled every 3 – 4 months, these visits replace biannual dental cleanings and enable our practitioners to closely monitor the condition of your jawbone and gums.

The cost of scaling and root planing is typically covered by dental insurance as it is a common treatment for gum disease. If you have dental insurance, our financial coordinator will contact your carrier to review the specific coverage of your policy and then calculate your out-of-pocket costs. For patients who don't have dental insurance, MINT dentistry in Conyers, GA is committed to making necessary oral health treatments affordable by taking many different methods of payment, like low-interest financing, which can be discussed during your consultation. Ask a member of our team how we can help you afford the procedures needed to achieve your very best smile with our MINT Discount Plan.

Gum disease can negatively impact your overall health and keep your smile from being healthy and beautiful. However, when gum disease is caught in the periodontitis stage, it can usually be addressed with scaling and root planing treatment. Please reach out to MINT dentistry in Conyers, GA to schedule an appointment or get more information. Our team of dental health professionals will work to restore your gums and help you get a healthy, luminous smile.