Gum disease treatment in Royal Oak

Is this for you?

• Your gums bleed when you brush or floss
• Your gums look red or puffy, or have pulled back from your teeth
• Bad breath that doesn't go away
• Teeth that feel loose or have shifted
• A dentist has told you that you have deep pockets

What happens at your visit

1. Measure

   We measure the pockets around every tooth and take x-rays to check the bone. That tells us how far along it is.

2. Deep cleaning

   Scaling and root planing clears tartar from under the gumline and smooths the roots so your gums can heal and tighten. You're numb for it, and we usually do half your mouth per visit.

3. Re-check

   About six weeks later we measure again. Most people see the pockets shrink and the bleeding stop.

4. Keep it that way

   Gum disease gets controlled, not cured. Cleanings every three to four months instead of six keep it in check.

Cost and insurance

Insurance usually pays part of scaling and root planing. The maintenance cleanings afterward are often covered like regular cleanings. Membership plan members get a discount. See financing and insurance, or our membership plan if you don't have insurance.

Common questions