Dental Exams and Cleanings
Routine care that keeps gums happy after treatment.
Stay on rhythm
Preventive care
Gum disease treatment.
Gums bleed when you brush? Tender, receding, or paired with bad breath that won't quit? Those are common signs of gum disease, and caught early, it's very manageable. At Clarity Dental in McDonough, treatment starts with an honest read on where your gums stand and a plan you can actually stick with.
- Numbed, comfortable deeper cleanings
- Measurements you see (and understand)
- A maintenance rhythm that holds your progress
- Referrals when cases are advanced
Request an AppointmentCall (770) 954-1180
Dr. Paris Little, DDS · Serving McDonough since 1990
Visit us
One office in McDonough.
Address
97 Atlanta Street, Suite 200, McDonough, GA 30253
Onsite parking in front and back. A quarter mile from the McDonough square.
Hours
Mon to Thu, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Fri to Sun, Closed
So what is gum disease?
Gum disease is an infection of the tissues that hold your teeth in place, driven by bacteria in plaque and tartar below the gumline. The early stage, gingivitis, is reversible with professional cleanings and better home care. The later stage, periodontitis, can loosen teeth and needs deeper treatment to get under control.
The most common treatment is scaling and root planing, a deeper cleaning that clears buildup beneath the gums so the tissue can heal and reattach. Afterward, many patients switch to more frequent maintenance cleanings for a while. If your case is advanced, Dr. Little will say so plainly and may involve a periodontal specialist, so you always get the level of care your situation calls for.
What to expect
Back to healthy gums.
Measure up
We measure the pockets around each tooth and check X-rays to map where your gums need help. You see the numbers and what they mean (no mystery codes).
A deeper clean
Scaling and root planing cleans below the gumline, usually one side of your mouth at a time, with numbing so you stay comfortable.
Heal and keep it up
Your gums get time to heal, then we recheck the numbers and set a maintenance rhythm that keeps the gains.
What gum care costs.
Gum treatment cost depends on how many areas need deeper cleaning. You'll see a written estimate before we start, split into stages when that helps.
Many PPO plans cover periodontal treatment at their out-of-network rate, and we file the claim as a courtesy. Comfort options are here if dental visits are tough for you, and financing can spread out the cost.
Benefits, honestly
Dental insurance coverage.
Clarity Dental is not in-network with any insurance plan, and you can still be seen here. Most PPO plans pay out-of-network benefits toward care, and we file those claims as a courtesy so you do not have to.
- Written estimates before treatment is scheduled
- Out-of-network claims filed as a courtesy
- CareCredit financing available
- Cash, check, all major cards, HSA and FSA
Check your benefits
Bring your plan information to any visit, or call ahead, and the team will explain what your plan is likely to cover before treatment is scheduled.
Gum health, answered.
Is bleeding when I brush normal?
Nope. Occasional bleeding usually means inflammation is present. It's common, but it's a signal worth acting on, and early treatment is far simpler than late treatment.
Does scaling and root planing hurt?
We numb the area first, so most patients feel pressure rather than pain. Some tenderness for a day or two afterward is normal and manageable.
Can gum disease be cured?
Gingivitis can be fully reversed. Periodontitis can be controlled and stabilized, though the bone it has already taken doesn't grow back on its own. That's why acting early matters.
Will I lose my teeth?
Most people who treat gum disease and keep up with maintenance keep their teeth. Ignoring it is what puts teeth at risk. An exam will tell you exactly where you stand.
From our patients
Why people choose Clarity Dental.
Gums trying to tell you something?
An honest assessment comes first. Request a time online or give the office a call.