Deep Cleaning SRP
Deep Cleaning and Scaling and Root Planing
At SOMI Smile, deep cleaning, also known as scaling and root planing, treats gum disease by clearing bacteria and buildup from below the gumline. This gentle, thorough treatment helps stop gum disease in its tracks and protects your long-term oral health.
Conveniently located near the University of Miami, our Miami practice provides comfortable, careful deep cleanings with genuine attention to your comfort and the health of your gums. We make a clinical treatment feel calm and unhurried.
What is a Deep Cleaning (Scaling and Root Planing)?
A deep cleaning, clinically known as scaling and root planing, is a treatment for gum disease that removes plaque and tartar from below the gumline and smooths the root surfaces. This helps the gums reattach to the teeth and reduces the pockets where harmful bacteria collect. Clearing these areas gives your gums room to heal.
Unlike a routine cleaning, which maintains already healthy gums, a deep cleaning treats active gum disease. At SOMI Smile, we take a comprehensive approach, ensuring your comfort while thoroughly addressing the underlying source of the problem. We focus on lasting results, not a quick surface clean.
Treating gum disease early helps prevent bone loss, gum recession, and even tooth loss, protecting both your health and the appearance of your smile. Early treatment protects both your wellbeing and your confidence.
After evaluating your gums and measuring the pockets around your teeth, we gently numb the area for your comfort. Dr. Janet Gonzalez carefully removes buildup from below the gumline and smooths the root surfaces so the gums can heal. Treatment is often completed over one or two visits, and we follow up to monitor your progress, which is exactly how thoughtful care should feel in Miami. That steady follow-through is what protects your smile.
Benefits of a Deep Cleaning
A deep cleaning is an important step in treating gum disease and protecting the foundation of your smile. Some of the key benefits include:
Treats Gum Disease
Deep cleaning removes the bacteria and buildup driving gum disease. This is a key step in restoring the health of your gums. It targets the root of the problem, not just the symptoms.
Protects Bone and Teeth
Addressing infection early helps prevent bone loss and tooth loss. It preserves the foundation that supports your smile. Saving that foundation helps you keep your natural teeth.
Reduces Gum Pockets
Smoothing the roots helps your gums reattach and pockets shrink. Smaller pockets are easier to keep clean and healthy. Shallower pockets make daily care far more effective.
Freshens Your Mouth
Removing trapped bacteria improves breath and overall comfort. Your mouth feels noticeably cleaner and healthier afterward. Many patients notice the improvement right away.
Comfortable Treatment
We numb the area and work gently for your comfort. Most patients find the process far easier than they expected. Gentle technique keeps the visit calm and reassuring.
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Why Choose SOMI Smile
At SOMI Smile, we believe quality dental care begins with trust, transparency, and genuine connection. Patients across Miami choose us for deep cleanings because:
- We treat gum disease thoroughly while keeping you comfortable
- We numb the area gently so the experience is easy and calm
- We monitor your progress and plan follow-up care
- We focus on protecting the bone and teeth that support your smile
- We create a calm, boutique experience with unhurried visits
- We deliver attentive periodontal care in a welcoming Miami practice
Our goal is to help you feel comfortable and confident while we restore your gum health and protect your natural smile. Treating gum disease early is the best way to keep your teeth.
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Deep Cleaning FAQs
How is a deep cleaning different from a regular cleaning?
A regular cleaning maintains healthy teeth and gums by removing everyday plaque and tartar. A deep cleaning treats active gum disease by cleaning below the gumline and smoothing the roots so the gums can heal. Dr. Janet Gonzalez will recommend the right option for you at our Miami practice. The right choice depends on the current health of your gums.
Does a deep cleaning hurt?
We gently numb the area first, so most patients are comfortable during treatment. Some mild tenderness or sensitivity afterward is normal and usually settles quickly. Our Miami team works carefully and will adjust the approach as needed to keep you comfortable throughout. Most patients are surprised by how manageable it is.
How many visits does a deep cleaning take?
A deep cleaning is often completed over one or two visits, sometimes treating one side of the mouth at a time for comfort. The number depends on the extent of gum disease. We will outline your specific plan during your evaluation at our Miami practice. Treating one area at a time keeps each visit comfortable.
What happens after a deep cleaning?
After treatment, your gums begin to heal and reattach, and pockets often shrink over the following weeks. We usually recommend periodontal maintenance visits to keep the condition stable. Our Miami team monitors your progress and guides your ongoing care every step of the way. Healthy habits at home help your gums keep improving.
Is gum disease reversible?
Early gum disease, known as gingivitis, can often be reversed with prompt care. More advanced gum disease can be controlled and kept stable, though it requires ongoing maintenance. Our Miami team will assess your gums and recommend the most effective treatment for your situation. Acting early gives your gums the best chance to recover.
Do I need a deep cleaning in Miami?
You may need a deep cleaning if you have signs of gum disease such as bleeding gums, deeper pockets, or buildup below the gumline. The best way to know is an evaluation at SOMI Smile in Miami, where we assess your gum health and recommend the right treatment for you. Catching gum disease early makes treatment simpler.
