Dr. Anthony Salem and his associates may recommend scaling and root planing to help fight gum disease and improve your oral health. This is often the first treatment recommended for managing gum disease and works to halt the progress of your disease by thoroughly cleaning your mouth to remove disease-causing bacteria and plaque. To schedule an appointment with our gum specialist and learn more about scaling and root planing in Fairlawn, Ohio, call Summit Dentistry at 330-668-1165.