Widening of the gap between your teeth after a cleaning can recover on its own or be relieved by surgical treatment.
Wider gaps after scaling can be caused by the gum swelling subsiding after tartar removal and periodontitis. If the gaps become enlarged due to the gum swelling disappearing, young people usually do not need to be treated and can recover on their own; patients with periodontitis need to have regular follow-ups, and depending on the situation, periodontal splints or surgical treatments can be taken to close the gaps.
Tartar buildup may lead to swollen gums. When tartar is removed by scaling, the swelling of the gums caused by tartar buildup will gradually subside, causing the gap to look larger. Generally young patients with mild alveolar bone resorption do not require special treatment and will recover naturally after a period of time. However, older patients generally have difficulty recovering and need regular follow-up appointments to prevent their gums from continuing to grow larger.
If the periodontitis causes the alveolar bone resorption under the gums, the gums gradually shrink, resulting in the gums become bigger. Antibiotics such as metronidazole and amoxicillin can be used as prescribed to control inflammation and relieve symptoms. Surgical treatment can be used to provide relief if necessary.
It should be noted that scaling is not the cause of the gap between the teeth, appropriate scaling is conducive to dental health. Normally, you should also pay attention to clean the mouth, so as to avoid the accumulation of dental calculus, resulting in adverse consequences.