After Your Scaling and Root Planing Procedure

What to expect after treatment

For most patients, for a few days after the treatment, you may experience some soreness and discomfort. You can expect some minor bleeding in the first days after scaling and root planing – our doctors will advise you before you leave the office of what you might expect.

There may also be some sensitivity to hot and cold temperatures from drinking cold drinks or eating warmer foods.

Taking ‘over-the-counter’ pain relievers can help – just check which brands you’re able to take based on any medications you may be taking.

We may have you use an antiseptic mouth rinse after scaling and root planing. This is especially likely if your gums are very sore. You should continue brushing and flossing as usual.

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Our staff makes every effort to keep our treatments as comfortable as possible for our patients. The scaling and root planing procedures we provide in our Fort Lauderdale office…

Although no one likes to go to the doctor or dentist, we strive to make your visits with us as comfortable and pleasant as possible. We strongly believe that our patient’s comfort is an important part of quality dental care. In fact it’s the reason for many of the positive reviews our office receives!

Treating advanced gum disease decreases gum inflammation. It also eliminates periodontal pockets (the area where your gums begin to separate from your teeth because of the inflammation caused by bacteria). With successful treatment, the swelling will be gone and your gums will shrink or recede.

The extent of ‘shrinkage’ depends on the initial depth of the periodontal pocket and the severity of the gum disease.

Learn more about how we treat advanced gum disease – speak with a Ft. Lauderdale periodontist today

If you have questions for a periodontist – please contact our offices. We’d be happy to talk more with you!

Deerfield Beach office: (954) 427-5700