Gum disease is one of the leading causes of tooth loss in adults, but it can be managed and even reversed in its early stages. At Hylo Park Dental & Implants in North Las Vegas, we offer scaling and root planing as an effective treatment to restore gum health and protect your smile.
Gum disease begins with gingivitis, characterized by red, swollen gums that bleed easily. If left untreated, it can progress to periodontitis, where pockets form around teeth and bone loss begins. Scaling and root planing is a deep-cleaning procedure designed to remove bacteria and tartar below the gumline and smooth the roots so gums can reattach.
Our team uses advanced ultrasonic instruments and local anesthesia to ensure your comfort throughout the procedure. After treatment, we provide detailed instructions for at-home care and schedule follow-ups to monitor healing.
With proper maintenance, scaling and root planing can halt the progression of gum disease, preserve your natural teeth, and improve overall health. Research has shown a strong link between gum health and systemic health, including conditions like heart disease and diabetes, making this treatment even more important.
What About Laser Gum Treatment?
Patients often ask about laser gum therapy, usually after seeing it advertised. It is worth understanding what it actually is.
Laser treatment is used as an addition to scaling and root planing, not a replacement for it. The deposits below the gumline still have to be removed mechanically — no laser does that on its own. The research on how much extra benefit the laser adds is mixed, and professional bodies still consider scaling and root planing the foundation of non-surgical periodontal treatment.
What matters far more than the instrument is how thoroughly the roots are cleaned, and whether you keep up periodontal maintenance afterwards. A meticulous deep cleaning followed by three-monthly maintenance visits will outperform any device used once and then forgotten.
If your gum disease is advanced enough to need surgical treatment or laser-assisted therapy, we will tell you and refer you to a periodontist rather than treat outside what we do well.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is scaling and root planing painful?
The procedure is performed under local anesthesia, so most patients experience little to no discomfort.
How many appointments will I need?
Depending on the severity, treatment may be completed in one or more visits.
What happens after the procedure?
You may experience mild sensitivity as your gums heal. With proper care, they will reattach and become healthier.
Call to Action
Schedule your gum disease treatment (scaling & root planing) appointment today with Hylo Park Dental & Implants in North Las Vegas. Our team is here to keep your smile healthy and confident.