Dental scaling is a routinely performed procedure to help patients with gum
disease and excessive plaque buildup. If your dentist / periodontist suggests
dental scaling and root planing for your teeth, it’s helpful to know what this
means so you can prepare for what’s ahead.
What is scaling?
Scaling is a type of dental cleaning that reaches above and below the gumline to
remove sticky film of bacteria (plaque) buildup.