One of the first treatments our dentists may recommend to fight gum disease is scaling and root planing. This periodontal treatment works to thoroughly clean your teeth and mouth and eliminate harmful bacteria in order to improve your oral health and halt the spread of the disease. Call Wrightsville Dental at 910-799-9699 to make an appointment with Dr. James Gainer and associates and learn more about scaling and root planing in Wilmington, North Carolina.