What You Need to Know About the Cost of Scaling and Root Planing

When most people think about their smile, caring for their pearly whites is often the first thing to come to mind—but your gums are just as important as your teeth and also just as vulnerable to oral health issues! In fact, according to the CDC, roughly half of all US adults over the age of 30 have some form of the disease. But fortunately, treatment options like scaling and root planing can easily eliminate the bacteria that pose a threat to your gums. Keep reading to learn a little more about this treatment process and some of its cost factors.