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Treatment Options

If you’ve been diagnosed with gum disease, there are a variety of treatment options depending on the details of your situation and the severity of the problem. We always start with the least invasive options, which are non-surgical. However, in more serious cases, surgery may be necessary.

Non-Surgical Treatment

The first line of defense against gum disease is a unique type of cleaning called “scaling and root planing.” In this procedure, an ultrasonic cleaning device is used to remove plaque and tartar from your teeth where regular cleaning devices can’t reach: under the gum line, on the tooth, and around the root. Then, the rough surface of the tooth and the root are smoothed out (planed). This provides a healthy, clean surface that makes it easier for the gum tissue to reattach to the tooth.

If you address your gum disease before it becomes severe, scaling and root planing may be the only treatment you need. However, as with any dental procedure, after-care is vital. In order to keep your teeth in good shape and resist future occurrences of gum disease, you must brush and floss daily, eat a healthy diet, avoid tobacco use, and have regular dental checkups. Even after a successful scaling and root planing, if you don’t attend to your teeth properly, it’s quite likely that you’ll develop gum disease again.

What Sets Us Apart

Patient Centered Dentistry for Your Healthiest Smile

Our practice stands out due to the lasting relationships we build with our patients and the continuity of care provided by a stable and experienced team. Many of our team members have been with us for over a decade, offering familiar faces and a reassuring continuity at every visit. We are staunch advocates for your health and will always present you with multiple treatment options, clear timelines, and transparent financials because we believe you should be in complete control of your dental health.

Patient Testimonials

Our Dental Patients Say It Best

    
 
 
         
   rob cox 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Taylor was very good and made sure everything was done to my liking. Everyone there is excellent!
  
 
        
   Rick Gebhart 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. The staff is extremely friendly. Every step of the way they were keeping me updated with it on what they were going to do next. There were no surprises. The doctor sit down with me and explained everything in detail, and took all my questions. She looked like she was not in any hurry and she was only focused on my care. I do refer patients to this office, as I am a physician. I've never had a complaint from any patient. I wish I could give them six stars!
  
 
        
   Earl Moyer 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Another great visit to the Neely Dental Practice.  Polite, friendly staff - from the initial encounter to the last.  Definitely will recommend to others.
  
 
        
   Kristen Staas 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Jennifer did a wonderfully thorough job on my cleaning! Best office ever 🤍
  
 
        
   Sandy Bradley 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Amazing staff. Caring, efficient, always your best interest and options at heart.
  
 
        
   Lori Schultz 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Everyone is very friendly, they're on time.  I highly recommend this place.