Root planing is a deep clean of the tooth roots, below the gumline. It’s used to treat gum disease. Your dentist or hygienist removes the plaque and tartar that have built up on the roots, then smooths the root surfaces. Bacteria find it harder to stick to a smooth root, and your gums get a chance to heal.
A normal clean deals with what’s above the gumline. When gum disease has made deeper pockets around a tooth, plaque and tartar collect down there, where a regular clean can’t reach. If you leave it, gum disease can damage the bone that holds your teeth in, so bleeding gums are worth getting checked early.
At YOR Dental, a periodontal deep clean is from £184. It targets the gum and bone around your teeth, and how many visits you’ll need depends on how far the gum disease has gone. Your dentist will tell you once they’ve checked your gums.
Bleeding or sore gums? Contact YOR Dental, Unit 1 Digital Park, Pacific Way, MediaCity, Manchester (M50 1DR) on 0161 503 0915, and we’ll take a look.
The insights shared in our articles are meant to educate and inform, not to replace a face to face consultation. Every smile is unique, and a proper diagnosis can only be made by a qualified clinical professional. Please book an appointment with our team or consult your local dentist for advice tailored to your specific oral health needs.
