Periodontal care in Winterville, NC

When plaque hardens below the gumline, a standard cleaning can’t reach it. Scaling and root planing, often called a deep cleaning, removes that hardened buildup from the tooth roots and smooths the root surfaces so your gums can reattach.

We numb the area completely before we begin, so the appointment stays comfortable from start to finish. Most patients have the work done in two visits, treating one side of the mouth at a time. If dental anxiety makes the idea difficult, we can pair your treatment with nitrous oxide or oral sedation.

Afterward, the swelling and bleeding that come with gum disease usually settle within a few weeks. Your gums tighten back around your teeth, and the bacteria that cause the damage lose the pockets they were living in.