Scaling and Root Planing

Here are some reasons for Scaling and Root Planing

Prevent and Remove Disease: The bacteria that cause periodontal disease have the potential to travel through the body. Scaling and root planing removes this bacteria and its potential to spread.

Restore tissue health: bacterial growth and chemicals produced by the bacteria irritate the gums and result in pain and inflammation. By removing these irritants, inflammation and pain are removed and healing can begin.

Protect the teeth: A product of bacterial growth is calculus (tartar) and plaque. When plaque accumulates it covers the teeth above and below the gums, hardens, and becomes calculus. Plaque and calculus do not allow for proper cleaning. Improper cleaning results in dental cavities, decay, and gum disease. Scaling and root planing removes this plaque and calculus (tartar).

The Scaling and Root Planing Treatments involve:

Scaling– The Hygienist takes an Ultrasonic instrument that is specifically designed to remove plaque and calculus buildup on crown and root surfaces. This instrument is placed against the tooth and through its vibrations removes the plaque and calculus.

Root Planing– Using specialized hand and ultrasonic instruments, your hygienist will plane (scrape) the root surfaces of your teeth. This ensures that all of the calculus and plaque are removed. This procedure allows your gums to heal.

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I absolutely love this dental office. The staff is beyond exceptional, the dentists are great and I always feel valued.

Nikki, Glendale

As a new patient, I felt welcomed and very much cared for by the staff of AZ Family Dental. Dr. Parker explained thoroughly my dental problems that need to be addressed and were clear as to how the procedure goes. I have never felt more comfortable while being at the dentist while I was getting my procedures done. Thank you everyone for taking good care of me!

Zea P, Glendale

One of the best experiences I’ve had at a dentist! Everyone is very warm and welcoming. Dr. V and Diana explained everything throughly as they went so there were no surprises!

Sharon Rose Scataglini, Cave Creek

We are so grateful to have such a wonderful team to help care for me and my children’s dental health! My kiddos who are still quite young were relaxed and happy to sit in the chair, and it helped a lot that the dental assistants and office management were so accommodating. Dr. Vacanti, Diana and Linday are among the very best! We are grateful to you!

Alexandra Bower, Cave Creek

Why to Come to Our Greater Phoenix, Arizona Area Dentist for Dental Bridges

AZ Family Dental has the experience and expertise you need when looking for the best dental care. We excel at providing preventive care and addressing problems that develop from missing teeth. Our ability to recognize small issues before they grow into big ones sets us apart from other Phoenix-area dental offices.

We also embrace technology, which helps us treat our patients more efficiently and effectively. Our state-of-the-art equipment can cut down on appointment times and even the number of trips you need to make to our office for treatment. We stay abreast of developing trends and employ them to assist our patients. Time is of a premium for so many of our patients. They like to get things done as quickly as possible so that they can get back to their busy days.

What else makes AZ Family Dental the best choice to handle your dental bridges? We offer:

Individualized care: We examine each patient to determine what’s best for their case. We don’t believe in a one-size-fits-all approach. You may be a great candidate for dental bridges while we recommend someone else with a similar issue try a dental implant.
Exceptional staff: Our staff truly cares about you and your treatment. We’ve been seeing many of our patients for years, and we forge bonds that feel more like family. We greatly appreciate you entrusting your dental care to us.
Outstanding history of care: Our dental practice has been a fixture in the greater Phoenix, AZ area community for more than four decades, which tells you a lot about our reliability. We care about this area and providing the best service to everyone in it. We’ve developed a reputation based on the quality of our services, and we’re very proud of that.

When you need porcelain dental bridges, you can count on us to set you up with an appointment quickly and explain the procedure thoroughly. We value your trust in us.

Take Proper Care of Your Dental Bridges

After receiving dental bridges, our patients receive home care instructions on how to best care for their new dental work. Remember regular dental visits combined with good eating habits and oral hygiene help lengthen the life of your bridge. They can last for years when you follow our directions and continue to brush and floss regularly.

Learn More About Porcelain Dental Bridges

The longer you put off a dental bridge procedure, the greater your chance of developing complications, such as temporomandibular joint disorder or even gum disease. When you address a missing tooth proactively, you can preserve the integrity of your bite and decrease the chances of drifting teeth, which could lead to the need for further dental procedures.

Talk to us to learn all the options you have for dental bridges and other procedures to replace missing teeth. Call us at 623-777-2037 or contact us online.

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Scaling and Root Planing