Dr Dental, What is a Deep Cleaning?
Scaling and Root Planning aka Deep Cleaning: A deep cleaning is a process where the dentist or dental hygienist carefully Remove heavy calculus. Some dentist will recommended that you get x-rays every six months so that they can check to see if there is any build up that is latched to your teeth below the gums. X-rays will also help your dentist in efforts to inform you on any possible bone loss.
Note: Most insurance plans will provide some benefits for deep cleaning’s however this service will typically fall under major services so if you have a new dental insurance plan make sure it dose not fall under any waiting periods.