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Chicago Periodontist : An article from Dr. Dean Dietrich, D.M.D., a qualified Dentist in Illinois

Q. What is a "deep cleaning"?

I have had my teeth cleaned before. They scrape the tartar off of my teeth and polish them up. Then I'm on my way. So what is the point of a deep cleaning?

Swollen Gums Wheaton : An Interview with Dr. Valent, a qualified dentist in Wheaton

Q. What is periodontal (gum) disease?

Periodontal disease is a stage of gum disease where plaque and bacteria build up and cause chronic inflammation and infection around the roots of the teeth. This damages the supporting structures of the teeth: the periodontal fibers and bone, causing the gums (gingiva) to pull away from the teet