Bleeding gums when brushing teeth are most likely due to gum disease. Gum disease occurs due to the inability to brush the teeth effectively and the accumulation of dental calculus. After the scaling, the gingival bleeding disappears when the patient continues to brush. Gingival bleeding is a finding that should not be neglected as it can be a symptom of other diseases. There is dental plaque accumulation due to food residues on the tooth surface. Usually, dental plaque begins to form about 12 hours after brushing the teeth. If this plaque is not removed with oral care, bacteria and minerals in saliva also precipitate on this plaque and dental calculus forms. The accumulation of dental calculus causes inflammation in the gums, bleeding and halitosis due to this inflammation, gum recession, resorption of the alveolar bone, mobility of the teeth and tooth loss over time.
The frequency of dental calculus formation varies from person to person. For this reason, we recommend that people have routine dental check-ups every 6 months and have their teeth cleaned. As a result of scaling, dental calculus are removed, stains caused by calculus are removed, bleeding and inflammation in the gums begin the healing process. Scaling should be done at regular intervals. When done correctly, it does not harm the teeth. The ultrasonic scaler tips we use create micro vibrations in the dental calculus and break it up. After the dental calculus is removed, polishing is done with a mechanical brush and the stains accumulated on the teeth are also removed.
As a result, dental calculus scaling is a very important and must-do procedure. Trying to completely remove the stains on the teeth may not always be the right choice. Because sometimes these stains can be caused by abrasions, structural pits and caries onset lesions. Depending on the situation, it may be necessary to use composite or porcelain fillings. Under normal conditions, dental calculus scaling is not a painful procedure. If the gums are inflamed, if there is too much sensitivity due to gingival recession, then the procedure can be continued under local anesthesia. In some cases, calculus accumulation and bone loss are too much, and in such cases, we may need to do a deeper scaling.
After Scaling and Root Planning
There may be sensitivity for a few days after scaling. As a result of scaling, gaps may be felt between the teeth. Teeth can become mobile when calculus is removed in cases where calculus is intense or in advanced stages of gum disease. After removing dental calculus on the tooth surface, rough areas can be felt with the tongue.