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Scaling and Root Planing
Chicago Area

Your oral health is important. To maintain the health of your mouth, it is essential that you brush and floss daily, as well as attend regular dental cleanings and exams. These habits are essential for reducing the buildup of bacterial plaque, which can lead to gum disease (also known as periodontitis). Gum disease is a serious progressive condition that can result in gum recession, tooth loss, and has also been linked to several systemic diseases. The systemic links to periodontal disease include diabetes, heart disease, stroke, and specific types of cancers. If you have gum disease, Cameo Dental Specialists can help.

Scaling and root planing diagram used by periodontist in Chicago at Cameo Dental Specialists

Scaling and root planing diagram used by periodontist in Chicago at Cameo Dental Specialists

How Gum Disease Progresses

Oral bacteria and plaque (a sticky substance that forms on the surfaces of your teeth) can lead to tissue irritation. When your gums are irritated, your immune system sends an inflammatory response, which causes your gums to swell. As they do, they pull away from your teeth and form pockets. Bacteria then fall into these pockets and begin to attack your periodontal ligaments and jawbone. Eventually, your gums begin to recede, your teeth become loose, and you may be faced with tooth loss.

Scaling And Root Planing

Scaling and root planing is a “deep clean” of your teeth below the gumline. We first perform a periodontal examination to make sure that this is the best treatment for your needs. We inspect the condition of your gums and measure your periodontal pockets. We may also take images of the inside of your mouth so we can see the condition of your teeth and jaw bone below the gum line. If scaling and root planing is determined to be the best answer, we then move ahead with treatment.

Before we begin, we will administer a local anesthetic, which will keep you comfortable throughout the procedure. Scaling and root planing is a procedure that involves the use of specialized tools to remove buildup from below your gumline, including plaque, tartar (hardened plaque that cannot be removed at home), bacteria and other debris that has accumulated on the surfaces of your teeth.

After scaling and root planing is completed, we will allow your gums to heal for 4-6 weeks before performing a re-evaluation to assess how your gums have healed. Depending on the initial severity and healing of your periodontal disease, further surgical treatment may recommended at your re-evaluation appointment.

Benefits Of Scaling And Root Planing

There are several benefits to scaling and root planing:

•	The procedure is minimally invasive (non-surgical).
•	The irritation and inflammation of your gums are eased.
•	Your gums will bleed less when you brush, and the procedure will improve bad breath.
•	With the treatment of inflammation in your gums, there will be a general improvement of inflammation throughout your whole body.
•	This procedure may cure periodontal disease (gum disease) if detected and performed early on in the disease process.

If you have gum disease, you may benefit from a scaling and root planing. Cameo Dental Specialists today at (630) 425-4488 to learn more.

Call Cameo Dental Specialists today to schedule an appointment at one of our convenient locations in La Grange, River Forest, Berwyn and West Loop serving the Pilsen, Hinsdale, Westchester, Western Springs, Elmhurst, The Loop, South Loop, West Town, Wicker Park, Bucktown, Logan Square, River North, Humboldt Park, Wrigleyville, Little Village, Cicero and other Chicago communities.

Cameo Dental Specialists provides exceptional dental care with a focus on Endodontics (Root Canals), Periodontics (Gum Disease Treatment), and Oral Surgery to the Chicago communities.

River Forest
7603 West North Avenue
River Forest, Illinois 60305

708-456-7787
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Berwyn
3116 Oak Park Avenue
Berwyn, Illinois 60402

708-484-9011
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La Grange
475 West 55th Street, Suite 208
La Grange, Illinois 60525

708-579-0488
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West Loop
910 W. Van Buren Suite 600
Chicago, Illinois 60607

312-201-4141
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Elmhurst
148 N. Addison Avenue
Elmhurst, Illinois 60126

630-425-4488
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The Cameo doctors who lead our experienced and highly trained staff provide exceptional care in a friendly and comfortable environment.
Call Cameo Dental Specialists today to schedule an appointment at one of our locations in Chicago, Berwyn, River Forest ,La Grange and Elmhurst, IL.

7603 West North Avenue
River Forest, Illinois 60305
708-456-7787

3116 Oak Park Avenue
Berwyn, Illinois 60402
708-484-9011

475 West 55th Street, Suite 208
La Grange, Illinois 60525
708-579-0488

910 W. Van Buren Suite 600
Chicago, Illinois 60607
312-201-4141

148 N. Addison Avenue
Elmhurst, Illinois 60126
630-425-4488

Scaling and Root Planing Chicago|Cameo Dental Specialists
Scaling and root planing is a 'deep clean' of your teeth below the gumline with several benefits, especially to those with gum disease. Near Chicago? Call us today!
Cameo Dental Specialists, 148 N. Addison Ave, Elmhurst, IL 60126 ~ (630) 425-4488 ~ cameods.com ~ 3/27/2023 ~ Page Phrases: periodontist Chicago IL ~

Scaling and Root Planing Chicago Area

How Gum Disease Progresses

Scaling And Root Planing

Benefits Of Scaling And Root Planing

Scaling and Root Planing
Chicago Area