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A deep cleaning or scaling is the process where plaque (bacteria and food mixture) and calculus (mineralized plaque deposits) are removed from both above and below the gumline.\u00a0 The root surface just under the gum is also cleaned of any plaque or calculus, resulting in a smooth, sleek surface.<\/p>\n<p>In my dental office a patient is usually numb for a root planning procedure so that the appointment is completely comfortable.\u00a0 This may require the use of a topical anesthetic such as Oraquix or<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cetacaine.com\"> Cetacaine<\/a> spray or a small injection at the gum.<\/p>\n<p>Deep Scaling is one of the best treatments to fight gum disease.\u00a0 Sadly, gum disease often has no major symptoms but can do significant damage the supporting structures of the teeth which ultimately can cause bone and tooth loss!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>My hygienist, receptionists and I are asked this question everyday.\u00a0 There is some confusion between a prophy (regular cleaning)\u00a0 and\u00a0 periodontal scaling (deep cleaning)\u00a0 A prophylaxis \u00a0is when stain,\u00a0 plaque and calculus is removed from the surface of the tooth. 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