Scaling

Gum disease is an inflammation of the gum tissue that can damage the teeth and supporting bone. Gum disease is caused by bacteria in the plaque, acids in the mouth, and some foods. This process can be easily reversed by skilled tooth cleaning, known as scaling, in which plaque and calcified plaque, known as calculus, are extracted, and the tooth's surface is polished to prevent plaque from forming again. Ideally, this process should be performed every six months.