Scaling & Root Planing (SRP)

There are times when routine dental cleanings are no longer sufficient in order to maintain the overall health of your mouth. If your gum disease has progressed beyond gingivitis, you may need scaling & root planing.

Scaling & root planing (SRP) is a non-surgical procedure to treat periodontal disease. Periodontal disease extends into pockets beneath the gumline and affects the bone that holds your teeth in place. Your hygienist will carefully remove excess tartar and plaque within these deep gum pockets to allow your gums to heal and reattach to the tooth. This will help shrink the pocket depth and improve your oral health.

This procedure is usually done in two visits with your hygienist. Following the completion of SRP, we recommend seeing your hygienist more frequently for your periodontal maintenance visits; usually every 3-4 months. These appointments are more involved than a typical cleaning, as they prevent the periodontal disease from becoming active again.