A comparison between regular preventive cleanings and deep periodontal therapy used to treat active gum disease below the gumline.
Healthy gums receive routine cleanings, while deeper infection requires scaling and root planing to remove bacteria below the gumline
Helps determine whether routine care or deeper treatment is needed to manage gum health effectively.

Prophy vs. Scaling and Root Planing

Compares routine cleanings with deep periodontal therapy for gum disease.

Patients with signs of gum infection who need to determine whether routine cleaning or deep periodontal treatment is required.
Evaluation determines whether routine cleaning or deeper therapy is needed, followed by the recommended treatment plan.
Routine cleanings take one visit, while scaling and root planing may require one or two longer appointments.
Following the correct treatment plan helps prevent disease progression.
Routine cleanings have minimal recovery. Scaling and root planing may cause temporary sensitivity or soreness.