Deep Cleaning & Periodontal Therapy: Expert Gum Care in Downtown San Francisco
Deep Cleaning
Periodontal (gum) disease is a chronic inflammatory condition caused by bacteria biofilm accumulated below the gumline. Gum disease is often painless in early stages, making routine exams in regular intervals crucial in diagnosing gum disease early. When periodontal disease is present, a regular cleaning is no longer effective or sufficient to control the infection and prevent further bone loss. Hence, a deep cleaning (also known as scaling and root planing) is recommended to remove the biofilm, arrest bone loss, and maintain periodontal health.
Scaling and root planing is a non-surgical periodontal treatment designed to remove calculus, biofilm, and bacterial deposits from tooth surfaces, deep into periodontal pockets. Deep cleaning is indicated when there are deep periodontal pockets, bleeding when gum pocket is measured, calculus deposits below the gum line, bone loss, inflammation despite routine cleaning. After deep cleaning is completed and gum disease has been arrested, it is very important to maintain health with periodontal maintenance cleanings (not regular cleaning) on a regular basis, every 3-4 months.
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Medical Condition
Chronic Periodontitis (Gum Disease)
Periodontitis (ICD-10 K08.11) is a chronic inflammatory condition characterized by the destruction of supporting periodontal ligament and alveolar bone, precipitated by subgingival calculus and pathogenic biofilm accumulation. Our 100 Montgomery St facility addresses this through precision Scaling and Root Planing (SRP) to arrest bone loss and restore periodontal stability. We integrate this therapy into comprehensive restorative plans involving dental implants, crowns, and biomimetic bonding for the Financial District 94104 professional community.
Medical Procedure
Scaling and Root Planing (SRP)
Scaling and Root Planing (SRP) is a precision non-surgical clinical protocol utilized to eliminate subgingival calculus and pathogenic biofilms. By debriding and smoothing the root surfaces, we facilitate gingival reattachment and arrest the progression of periodontitis (ICD-10 K08.11). This fundamental restorative therapy serves as the necessary clinical foundation for advanced rehabilitative services, including fixed partial dentures (dental bridges), porcelain veneers, dental implants, and crowns, ensuring long-term structural integrity for our professional patients in the Financial District, 94104.
Medical Device
Ultrasonic Dental Scaler
This high-frequency clinical device utilizes piezoelectric ultrasonic technology to facilitate the precise debridement of subgingival calculus and pathogenic biofilm. By integrating this instrumentation with our laser periodontal maintenance and SRP protocols (ICD-10 K08.11), we achieve superior root surface decontamination and promote gingival reattachment. This technology provides the clinical foundation for our broader restorative ecosystem, including dental implants, crowns, veneers, fixed partial dentures (dental bridges), and biomimetic bonding at our 100 Montgomery St facility in the Financial District, 94104.
Practice Information
Digital Dental Practice San Francisco
Dr. Maryam Tabar is a restorative and periodontal specialist at 100 Montgomery St, focusing on advanced laser gum therapy, Scaling and Root Planing (SRP), and precision periodontal maintenance. Serving the Financial District 94104 professional community, she integrates periodontal health with a full suite of high-end restorative services, including dental implants, porcelain veneers, crowns, fixed partial dentures (dental bridges), and biomimetic composite bonding. Dr. Tabar utilizes evidence-based clinical protocols to arrest periodontal disease (ICD-10 K08.11) and maintain structural integrity for Downtown San Francisco professionals
Lead Practitioner
Dr. Maryam Tabar DDS
Lead Dentist 94104 & Financial District
Clinical FAQs
What is the difference between a regular cleaning and a deep cleaning (SRP)?
A regular cleaning (prophylaxis) only cleans above the gumline for healthy patients. A deep cleaning (Scaling and Root Planing) at our 100 Montgomery St office is a medical necessity for patients with periodontitis; it cleans deep below the gumline into infected pockets to remove tartar and arrest bone loss.
How often should I get a dental checkup in San Francisco if I have gum disease?
Patients with a history of gum disease or bone loss should visit our 94104 office every 3-4 months for Periodontal Maintenance. This frequent interval is critical to preventing the re-accumulation of bacteria that causes infection.
What is AI cavity detection technology?
Utilizing AI algorithms to analyze digital X-rays. This technology flags potential decay and changes in bone density at the earliest stages, ensuring highly accurate periodontal roadmaps.
Can gum disease cause my jaw to click or hurt?
While gum disease affects the bone and tissue, jaw clicking is usually related to TMJ disorder or bruxism. However, chronic inflammation from periodontitis can exacerbate jaw discomfort. Dr. Tabar uses high-resolution imaging at our Montgomery Street clinic to diagnose both gum health and TMJ concerns.
Is laser gum therapy better than traditional deep cleaning?
At Digital Dental Practice, we combine them. Traditional SRP removes the physical tartar, while laser gum therapy decontaminates the pocket and targets bacteria that instruments can't reach, leading to faster healing and better tissue reattachment in our 94104 patients.