Dental Scaling & Root Planing Chestermere
Gum Disease Treatment
Scaling and Root Planing in Chestermere
Deep cleaning treatment designed to remove harmful plaque and tartar below the gumline and help protect your gums, teeth, and supporting bone.
At Rainbow Falls Dental, scaling and root planing may be recommended when gum inflammation, bleeding, or deeper periodontal pockets show that bacteria have moved below the gumline.
Call 587-470-1447 to Book an AppointmentSigns You May Need Gum Treatment
- Bleeding when brushing or flossing
- Red, swollen, or tender gums
- Persistent bad breath
- Gum recession
- Loose-feeling teeth
- Deep pockets around the teeth
- Heavy tartar buildup below the gumline
Understanding Gum Disease
From Plaque to Periodontal Disease
Gum disease often begins quietly, but early treatment can help stop inflammation before it causes more serious damage.
Plaque Forms
Plaque is a sticky film of bacteria that collects on teeth and along the gumline every day.
Tartar Builds Up
When plaque hardens, it becomes tartar or calculus, which cannot be removed with regular brushing and flossing.
Gums Become Inflamed
Bacteria and tartar irritate the gums, leading to bleeding, recession, pocketing, bone loss, and eventually tooth loss if untreated.
Early vs. Advanced Gum Disease
Gingivitis and Periodontitis Are Not the Same
Gingivitis is the earliest stage of gum disease. It often causes bleeding, redness, swelling, and tenderness. The good news is that gingivitis is usually reversible with professional cleaning and improved home care.
Periodontitis is more serious. At this stage, inflammation has moved deeper and can damage the bone and tissues that support the teeth. Scaling and root planing is often recommended to help control the infection and reduce periodontal pockets.
Gingivitis
Often reversible when treated early.
Periodontitis
Can cause bone loss and requires ongoing management.
Deep Cleaning Treatment
What Are Scaling and Root Planing?
Scaling and root planing is a non-surgical periodontal treatment used to clean above and below the gumline.
Scaling
Scaling removes plaque, tartar, and bacteria from the tooth surface, including areas below the gumline where regular brushing cannot reach.
Root Planing
Root planing smooths the root surfaces so bacteria and tartar are less likely to collect. This also helps the gums heal and reattach more closely to the teeth.
What Happens During Treatment?
If tartar buildup is extensive or the gums are sensitive, the area may be numbed to keep you comfortable. Sonic instruments may be used to remove larger deposits, followed by hand instruments for detailed cleaning around the crown and root surfaces.
Mild tenderness or sensitivity can occur for a few days after treatment. Our team will provide instructions to help you care for your gums while they heal.
What Happens After?
A follow-up visit is often scheduled about four weeks after treatment to check gum healing, inflammation, bleeding, and pocket depths.
Many patients with gum disease benefit from periodontal maintenance visits every 3 to 6 months to help control bacteria and protect bone support around the teeth.
Why Ongoing Maintenance Matters
Scaling and root planing helps reduce active inflammation, but gum disease can return if plaque and tartar build up again. Long-term success depends on home care, professional maintenance, and monitoring pocket depths over time.
The goal is to keep gum pockets as shallow and cleanable as possible so they do not trap bacteria that can continue damaging the gums and bone.
Healthier Gums Start Here
Book Scaling and Root Planing in Chestermere
If your gums bleed, feel swollen, or you have been told you have periodontal pockets, Rainbow Falls Dental can help you take the next step toward healthier gums.
Call 587-470-1447