[Dr Winston O Boogie jr]

Originally Posted by BK001

With all due respect, I totally disagree. A "deep cleaning" is a procedure that involves root scaling and planing. Scaling involves removing plaque and tartar from the surface of the teeth and from the pocket area between the teeth and gums, and with planing the dental hygienist will use a scaling instrument to remove plaque and tartar from the surface of the roots of your teeth. This procedure helps to reverse periodontal disease. It is not a scam.

I know because before I came to The Villages I've had many regular cleaning and polishings (which is just surface) and I have had several deep cleanings. There is a big difference between the two.

Ask your dentist, I'm sure he/she will agree.

I've been told that I have little or no plaque or tartar. I use an electric plaque removing toothbrush and floss correctly every day. My only problem is staining caused by the tea that I drink every day. The dentist that I went to told me that he couldn't see if I have any cavities because of the staining.

I'm sure that deep cleaning is necessary in some cases, but many of these dentists refuse to do a regular cleaning that is covered 100% by insurance and insist on doing a deep cleaning on every patient. Most of the time, it's a scam.