Scaling and Root Planing Newport, KY

MINT dentistry wants to help the patients of Newport, KY obtain a dazzling, brilliant smile that will be long-lasting. We prefer to help you avoid dental conditions by performing proactive oral health care like exams and cleanings; however, if you have symptoms of periodontal problems, your regular cleaning twice a year might need extra help. MINT dentistry uses advanced techniques to treat the advancement of periodontitis with scaling and root planing (SRP) therapy. Scaling and root planing is a nonsurgical service performed by our MINT dental professionals to clean out plaque and tartar deposits collected beneath the gumline within periodontal pockets. This procedure is designed to help reduce periodontal infection, heal your gum tissues, and increase the health of your gums. If you notice symptoms of gum disease, contact us to make an appointment at our state-of-the-art practice in Newport, KY. Whether your mouth is already healthy or you have signs of gum disease, we will help you get a sexy, attractive smile with professional, personalized care.

As gum disease progresses, the gums will separate from the tooth roots and the jawbone. Next, they will break down due to the bacteria in the build-up of tartar and plaque. During your dental examination, one of our skilled MINT dental professionals will evaluate the depths of your gum pockets and capture x-rays to visualize the health of the bone supporting your teeth. If the measurements are three millimeters or greater and we can detect the breakdown of bone tissue on your radiographs, we may recommend scaling and root planing treatment. Some early symptoms of periodontal disease are often chronic halitosis (bad breath), tooth mobility, and gums that are swollen, tender, have become red, bleed easily, and are starting to recede. If gum disease is discovered early on, SRP treatment can improve these symptoms; however, if it has developed into later stages (advanced periodontitis), you might need another treatment to improve your periodontal health.

During a deep periodontal cleaning, your MINT dentists in Newport, KY will numb the areas requiring treatment with local anesthesia. Your dentist may also recommend one of our sedation dentistry techniques if you feel anxious or stressed about having this procedure. Before your procedure begins, you'll relax in a comfortable treatment chair. Once you've put on a set of Beats headphones and selected some music, we'll give you some sleek MINT sunglasses to protect your eyes. Once you've been prepped, one of our gentle dental practitioners will use advanced instruments to scale the plaque and tartar that have built up in the periodontal pockets. Our team will then skillfully plane (smooth) the surfaces of the teeth. Establishing a clean, healthy area can allow the gums to re-adhere to the teeth and minimizes the locations where harmful oral bacteria can live.

Once the local anesthesia wears off following your procedure, it is normal to experience numbness in your mouth. You'll also likely experience gum tenderness and temperature sensitivity for the next few days. Our MINT dentistry practitioners will explain aftercare directions on caring for your mouth during the healing phase. Maintaining a good oral hygiene routine at home, including flossing and brushing at least twice daily, is essential to keep your mouth healthy and bright. Our Newport, KY practitioners could recommend a periodontal maintenance plan to help deter periodontitis and keep active periodontal conditions from flaring up. Generally set up 3 – 4 times a year, these visits replace routine prophylaxis services and allow our experts to track your gum and jawbone health closely.

Typically, gum disease treatments, such as scaling and root planing, are covered in part by most dental insurance providers. If you have dental insurance, our business team will contact your carrier to determine your policy's coverage and calculate your out-of-pocket costs. If you do not have dental insurance, MINT dentistry in Newport, KY is dedicated to helping you afford your dental procedures by taking many different payment methods, including low-interest financing, which can be discussed during your consultation. Ask us about the MINT Discount Plan, which can help you afford everything you need to get a healthy, beautiful smile.

Periodontal disease will not only keep you from obtaining that dazzling Hollywood smile of your dreams but can also severely impact your oral health. If gum disease is detected in the periodontitis stage, the condition can typically be managed with scaling and root planing treatment. Please reach out to MINT dentistry in Newport, KY to get more information or to schedule an appointment. Our team of dental health professionals will work to restore your gums and help you achieve a healthy, luminous smile.