Ultrasonic Scaling

Ultrasonic scaling is a “deep cleaning” that our on-staff periodontist will perform. Deep cleaning is more  than a traditional dental cleaning.

After a thorough, professional tooth cleaning, you know that your teeth look brighter and feel fresher. But tooth cleaning isn’t just about appearances.

It’s the primary means of preventing and treating periodontal (gum) disease. Many studies have demonstrated a possible link between periodontal health and overall (systemic) health — which means regular tooth cleaning may benefit not just your mouth, but your whole body.

Tooth Cleaning

Tooth cleaning is usually accomplished by the non-surgical technique of scaling, sometimes called “root debridement.”

It’s typically a relatively painless procedure in which small dental instruments are used to physically remove deposits from the surfaces of teeth. At one time, scaling was performed entirely with manual tools. But in the last several decades, the ultrasonic scaler has changed all that.