Non Surgical Periodontal Therapy

Scaling and ‘root planing’ is a common non-surgical treatment for gum disease and is often referred to as “deep cleaning.” Using special instruments, the dentist removes bacteria and infection from the unhealthy deep pockets around the teeth below the gum line.

The mouth is divided into four quadrants and up to any two quadrants can be cleaned in one session.

Where more than two quadrants or quadrants on either side of the mouth must be treated, treatment is usually carried out in sessions no more than one week apart.

Prescription mouth rinse may be prescribed by your Periodontist for use between visits. This mouth rinse reduces the redness, swelling and bleeding of gums caused by gingivitis.