Gum disease is incredibly common. Nearly half of adults over the age of 30 have gum disease at one stage or another. This percentage increases with age. The good news is that by taking excellent care of your smile at home and seeing your dentist for regular visits, you can prevent gum disease from developing and even reverse it in its early stages. Scaling and root planing is a common treatment option for addressing gum disease. Keep reading to learn how it works and its cost.
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