If your gums are bleeding or feeling swollen and tender, you might need a deep dental cleaning, aka tooth scaling and root planing. Here's what to expect.

Learn how dentists treat gum disease with deep cleanings, antibiotics, and long-term care to protect your smile and overall health.

You're told you need deep teeth cleaning Deep teeth cleaning (also referred to as scaling and root planing) is a procedure normally reserved for those with frequent gum infections or periodontal ...

Certain procedures can’t be done with laser treatment, depending on the preexisting surrounding tissue or components involving the tooth or gums. There is a risk of gum injury.