Scaling & Root Planing (Deep Cleaning) in Bangalore
- Yelahanka, Bangalore | GardenCity Smiles
Professional deep cleaning to treat gum disease and prevent tooth loss at GardenCity Smiles, Yelahanka.
- Key Benefits at a Glance
- Treats the bacterial cause of gum disease
- Reduces pocket depths and bleeding
- Prevents further bone and tooth loss
- Allows gums to reattach to teeth
- Non-surgical — no incisions or stitches
Understanding the Treatment
What is Scaling & Root Planing (Deep Cleaning)?
Scaling and root planing is the gold-standard non-surgical treatment for gum disease (periodontitis). Scaling removes hardened plaque deposits (tartar or calculus) from above and below the gum line using ultrasonic and hand instruments. Root planing smooths the root surfaces so bacteria have fewer places to attach and gums can reattach to the cleaned root. It is more thorough than a routine cleaning and targets the bacteria causing bone and tissue destruction.
When It's Recommended
When Do You Need This Treatment?
- Diagnosed with gum disease (periodontitis)
- Gum pockets deeper than 4mm on examination
- Bleeding gums that do not improve with regular brushing
- Tartar deposits below the gum line that cannot be removed by regular cleaning
- X-rays showing bone loss around teeth
- Prevention before bone loss progresses to tooth loss
Step by Step
How the Procedure Works
- Periodontal Assessment Full pocket depth measurement, X-rays, and bleeding score to map the extent of disease
- Local Anaesthesia The area is numbed so you feel no discomfort during deep cleaning
- Ultrasonic Scaling Ultrasonic vibrations break up and remove calculus above and below the gum line
- Hand Instrumentation Fine hand scalers remove remaining deposits from root surfaces
- Root Planing Root surfaces are carefully smoothed to discourage bacterial reattachment
- Antimicrobial Irrigation Antiseptic solution is flushed into the pockets to kill remaining bacteria
- Review Appointment 6-8 weeks later we reassess pocket depths to measure treatment success
Advantages
Benefits of This Treatment
- Treats the bacterial cause of gum disease
- Reduces pocket depths and bleeding
- Prevents further bone and tooth loss
- Allows gums to reattach to teeth
- Non-surgical — no incisions or stitches
- Significant improvement seen in 6-8 weeks
- First step before any periodontal surgery is needed
- Non-surgical — no incisions or stitches
- Significant improvement seen in 6-8 weeks
What to Expect
Recovery & Aftercare
Teeth and gums may be sensitive for 2-5 days after deep cleaning. Use a soft toothbrush and avoid very hot or cold foods during this time. Take any prescribed medication as directed. Bleeding should reduce significantly within 1-2 weeks as gums heal.
faqs
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers from Dr. Deepthi Kalahasti and the GardenCity Smiles team.
No — the procedure is done under local anaesthesia. Post-treatment sensitivity for 2-5 days is normal and managed with sensitivity toothpaste and mild pain relief.
We typically treat one or two quadrants (sections of the mouth) per appointment, taking about 45-60 minutes each. Most patients complete treatment in 2-4 sessions.
Regular cleaning (scale and polish) removes deposits from above the gum line. Deep cleaning goes below the gum line into periodontal pockets — areas where gum disease actually occurs.
Most patients with moderate gum disease respond well to deep cleaning alone and avoid surgery. We reassess at 6-8 weeks. Deep pockets (>6mm) that do not respond may require surgical treatment.
Ready to Get the Right Treatment?
Book a consultation with Dr. Deepthi Kalahasti at GardenCity Smiles, Yelahanka. Walk in with a concern, leave with a clear personalised plan.
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