When you think of roots, you may think of trees and plants. Like trees and plants, your teeth have roots as well. These tooth roots are vitally important to the health of your teeth and gums. If you don’t have gum disease, then you most likely don’t need to worry about your tooth roots. However, if you have periodontitis or advanced gum disease, you need to understand the importance of root planing. Here is some additional information about the importance of root planing for the health of your teeth and gums. Why Are Tooth Roots So Important?
Every tooth has tooth roots. The tooth roots attach your teeth through the gumline and into your jawbone. Each one of your teeth gets blood circulation and nutrients from your tooth roots. Tooth roots contain nerves as well.
If you get a cavity in one of your teeth, it will eventually make it down to your tooth root if it isn’t found and treated. Once your tooth pulp and tooth roots are infected with tooth decay, the tooth can be extremely painful. The infection can continue to spread, and there’s a chance you can lose the tooth. You may also lose the tooth.
People with periodontitis can develop spaces between their teeth and gums. Once there is an opening between your teeth and gums, it can be easy for your tooth roots to get loose. Your tooth roots need to stay intact because if they dissolve, your tooth will fall out.
Planing
Usually, root planing is a part of the scaling- or deep gum cleaning- process. People with periodontitis get their gums deep cleaned every three to four months. Periodontists and dentists deep clean your gums by removing plaque and tartar at as well as below your gumline. While they are deep cleaning, many dental professionals make sure your tooth roots are smoothed down into your gums so that your teeth stay attached to them. Root planing helps you keep your smile gorgeous and healthy.
