Preventive & General · Deep Cleaning
When gums need more than a routine clean.
Scaling and root planing for gum disease, below the gum line.
Deep Cleaning in Dublin, CA
Gum disease is caused by plaque buildup that inflames the gums. A deep cleaning — scaling and root planing — removes buildup from below the gum line and smooths the root surfaces so the gums can reattach and heal.
Is this right for me?
- Patients with bleeding, tender or receding gums
- Anyone diagnosed with gingivitis or periodontitis
- Patients who haven't had a cleaning in several years
What to expect
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Measuring what's happening
Gum pockets are measured and X-rays reviewed so you can see why a deep cleaning is being recommended.
02
Treatment in comfortable stages
Deep cleaning is often completed across more than one visit, with numbing so the appointment stays comfortable.
03
A maintenance plan
Follow-up visits and home-care guidance to keep the gums stable afterwards.
Worth knowing
- Gum sensitivity for a few days afterwards is common; the team will explain what to expect.
- Treatment plans are personalized after an exam — recommendations depend on your oral health, history and goals.
- Costs and insurance coverage are explained up front, in plain language, before you decide.
- Let the team know if dental visits make you anxious; the pace of the appointment can be adjusted.
Deep Cleaning questions
Bleeding gums may indicate gingivitis or gum disease. Schedule a check-up so it can be addressed early.
A regular cleaning treats the tooth surfaces at and above the gum line. A deep cleaning treats buildup below the gum line and on the tooth roots.
Related care
- Teeth Cleaning
Routine professional cleaning and exam — the foundation of preventive care.
- Sealants
A thin protective coating over the grooves of back teeth.
- Fluoride Treatment
A quick professional application that helps strengthen enamel.
- Sports Guards
Custom-fitted mouth protection for athletes of every age.
Ready when you are.
Book online any time, or send a request and the team will confirm a time with you.