If your dentist finds that you have gum disease, scaling and root planing (SRP for short) will likely be their first choice for addressing it. The treatment helps get rid of plaque and tartar hiding below the gumline, and it makes it easier for the gums to successfully reattach to the roots of the teeth. But how much will SRP cost? The answer isn’t exactly the same for each patient, so here’s an overview of what you can generally expect.

When you have a damaged, infected, or otherwise compromised tooth, it can be difficult to understand all of your available treatment options. One of the many ways that modern dentistry can assist you is root canal therapy; however, this isn’t the only option, and sometimes tooth extractions can prove useful too. But what does each entail, and is there a “better” option between the two? Keep reading to learn more!