Great oral health is not just about your teeth. It’s just as important to focus on your periodontal health, as gum disease is a leading cause of adult tooth loss. Plaque is a sticky, colorless film that develops on your teeth because of bacteria. If not removed, plaque can harden into tartar, and cause swollen, bleeding gums. We’ll clean your teeth and focus on removing plaque above the gum line. We’ll monitor your periodontal health and help to ward off gum disease.