Scaling and Root Planing for Gum Disease

Scaling and root planing is a safe, effective treatment method for periodontal disease or gum disease. Your dentist or periodontist may recommend this procedure as your primary form of periodontal treatment, or in combination with another treatment method. If you’re suffering from gum disease in Westlake, ask your dentist or periodontist about scaling and root planing procedures.

Watch this video to learn more about how scaling and root planing treat gum disease. Dr. Maria Lopez Howell of the American Dental Association walks you through the procedure and discusses its benefits.