Isn't it damaging to have repetitive deep scaling and root planning? Each time it is done, more of the gum

Question

recedes, the teeth look longer and become more sensitive to too much root exposure. So, what is the wisest choice in the process of reducing gum pockets that are 5-8mm in depth?

Answer 1

Clean your teeth properly and you won't have to have it done at all. It destroys your gums and makes the dentist rich. Also take a multi-vitamin and extra vitamin C and E.

You probably need antibiotics.

Answer 2

First off, if you have 8mm pocket depths and have not seen a periodontist yet, call one now!

Second the hygienist or doctor is scaling the tooth not the gum. The reason it is call "root planing" is because periodontal disease has damaged the gingival attachment allowing access to the root. In a healthy mouth it would not be possible to do root planing because the gum would be in the way.

Third with pocket depths of 5-8mm you are in a situation that even with meticulous home care compliance you cannot keep the area clean because you cannot brush or floss that deeply which is why you need to see a dentist or hygienist every 3 to 4 mos.

Fourth the previous respondent is correct, the treatment reduces the inflammation and therefore, your gums in a more healthy state return to their new normal level.

Again, if you have not already done so, please see a periodontist.

Good luck.

Answer 3

Your gums have not receded, it is just that the inflammation of your gums has gone down due to the removal of bacteria-ridden plaque and calculus that caused the inflammation. The inflammation caused you gums to be puffy. Your gum level after the cleaning is actually the normal level of your gums at a more healthy state! Scaling and root planing is really the way to go in order to maintain the health of your teeth and gums. If this fails, you may need periodontal surgery.

Answer 4

How many times do you mean exactly? You're only supposed to get the treatment if your dentist says you have bad gum disease. And make sure to use proper and persistent oral hygiene after the scaling to allow some healing so u dont need to have the scaling done too often or anymore.

Answer 5

when you have periodontal disease the connective tissue it what is destroyed by the anaerobic bacteria and that is what is causing your gums to recede not the treatment itself, the treatment causes the tissue to heal and shrink up but all this is the process of the disease. The root planning is what is helping you keep your teeth for as long as possible. You do have to have impeccable oral hygiene in order to keep root surfaces clean and to avoid cavities.

Answer 6

If after having scaling and root planning done, you have good home care and are getting your cleanings done as your dentist recommends (it could be every 3, 4 or 6 months) then there is no reason why you would need to have SRP done again.