CURETTAGE
Subgingival curettage
ForTartar and inflammation below the gum line
Under local anesthesia, deep tartar and inflamed tissue are scraped away below the gum line and the root surface is smoothed so the gum can reattach.
GUM CARE & SCALING
Healthy gums keep
your teeth for longer
Scaling · gum treatment · peri-implantitis care.
Our dedicated hygienist team looks after you with regular PTC.
Dr. Hong Eun-Jeong · Senior Dentist
PERIODONTAL DISEASE
Even without pain,
the bone may be wearing away
Gum (periodontal) disease often progresses slowly and painlessly. If any of the signs below sound familiar, please have a check-up.
- My gums bleed when I brush
- My gums are swollen, red or tender when pressed
- My breath smells worse than before
- My teeth feel sensitive and look longer
- My teeth feel loose or lifted when I chew
How periodontal disease progresses
STAGE 1 · GINGIVITIS
Gingivitis
Inflammation is limited to the gums. They swell and bleed, but the bone is still healthy — scaling and proper brushing can reverse it.
Main treatmentScaling
STAGE 2 · EARLY
Early periodontitis
Tartar builds up below the gum line and the bone starts to break down. The gap between gum and tooth (the periodontal pocket) deepens.
Main treatmentScaling · root planing
STAGE 3 · MODERATE
Moderate periodontitis
Bone loss becomes noticeable, with frequent sensitivity, bleeding and bad breath. Deep tartar and inflamed tissue under the gums must be removed.
Main treatmentSubgingival curettage
STAGE 4 · ADVANCED
Advanced periodontitis
Much of the bone is lost and teeth become loose. The gums are opened so we can treat under direct vision; if too little supporting bone remains, extraction may be considered.
Main treatmentFlap surgery
SCALING
Tartar a toothbrush can’t remove —
managed with scaling
The bacterial film (plaque) on teeth hardens into stone-like tartar over time. Brushing cannot remove tartar, and it causes gum inflammation, so regular scaling is needed.
1×
Covered by insurance
National Health Insurance covers one scaling a year (Jan–Dec) for adults aged 19+
6–12
Recommended (months)
Every 3 months if your gums are weak or you have implants
- QDoes scaling wear down my teeth?
- No. An ultrasonic instrument vibrates away only the tartar stuck to the teeth. The spaces left behind can make teeth feel further apart at first, but this settles as gum swelling goes down.
- QMy teeth feel sensitive after scaling.
- Tooth surfaces that were covered by tartar are now exposed, so they may feel sensitive for a while. It usually improves within a few days, and toothpaste for sensitive teeth helps.
Most periodontal treatment beyond scaling is also covered by Korean National Health Insurance. After diagnosis, we let you know in advance what is covered and how many visits are needed.
PERIODONTAL TREATMENT
The extent of treatment
follows your gums
Gum treatment depends on how deep the inflammation goes. We check pocket depths and the bone on X-rays, then treat only as much as needed.
FLAP SURGERY
Periodontal flap surgery
ForPockets too deep for instruments to reach
The gum is gently opened so we can see the root and bone directly, remove deep tartar and infected tissue, reshape the bone if needed, and stitch it closed.
PERI-IMPLANTITIS
Peri-implantitis care
ForSwelling or bleeding around an implant
Inflammation around implants can progress faster than around natural teeth. We clean with dedicated instruments that do not damage the implant surface, and regular checks prevent bone loss.
PTC CARE PROGRAM
Professional care by a
dedicated hygienist team: PTC
PTC is our care program in which a team of dental hygienists looks after your oral hygiene on a regular schedule. Its aim is to control bacteria and prevent gum inflammation and peri-implantitis.
20–30
minutes per session
3
month care cycle
Who it is for
- People who have had implant treatment
- People with naturally weak gums
- People with conditions such as high blood pressure or diabetes
- Anyone who wants to keep their mouth healthy over the long term
The PTC process
- 01
STEP 01
Oral hygiene assessment
We check your gums and the areas that need more care, and explain what we find.
- 02
STEP 02
Scaling + tailored gum care
Tartar is removed and care is matched to the condition of your gums.
- 03
STEP 03
Disinfecting teeth and the spaces between
Bacterial film left on tooth surfaces and between teeth is thoroughly disinfected.
- 04
STEP 04
Cleaning under bridges
We care for areas under bridges and restorations that a toothbrush can hardly reach.
- 05
STEP 05
Oral care products
We provide PTC care products such as a care toothbrush, periodontal toothpaste and interdental brushes.
- 06
STEP 06
Hands-on brushing coaching
You practice the brushing and interdental cleaning that suit your mouth.
YOUR DOCTOR
Your gum care dentist
DIRECTOR · ADJUNCT PROFESSOR
Dr. Park Dong-Uk
Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery Specialist · Integrated Dentistry Specialist
“The depth of a Seoul National University–trained specialist, with the warmth of caring for family.”
- —Board-certified Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery Specialist (Ministry of Health and Welfare)
- —Board-certified Integrated Dentistry Specialist (Ministry of Health and Welfare)
- —PhD in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, Seoul National University School of Dentistry
- —First author, implant-related paper in an international SCI journal (Journal of Dental Sciences, 2022)
- —Intern, Regional Trauma Center, Gachon University Gil Medical Center
- —Resident, Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, SNU Boramae Medical Center
- —Adjunct Professor, Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, SNU Boramae Medical Center
Implants & full-arch implantsWisdom tooth extractionGummy smileGum graftingTMJ & jaw BotoxOral cancer screeningSedation
SENIOR DENTIST, PROSTHODONTIC CARE
Dr. Hong Eun-Jeong
Master’s degree, Seoul National University · Kyungpook National University School of Dentistry
“Prosthetics and whitening, kept modest and close to your own tooth.”
- —Graduate of Seoul National University · Master’s degree, Seoul National University Graduate School
- —Graduated with highest honors, Kyungpook National University School of Dentistry
- —Intern, Veterans Health Service (VHS) Medical Center, Seoul
- —National oral health screening dentist, National Health Insurance Service
- —Certified in temporomandibular joint (TMJ) stimulation therapy
- —Completed Doctor’s Endo Seminar
- —Seoul National University academic excellence scholarship; repeatedly awarded in-school academic excellence scholarships
Whitening & laminatesProsthetics (crowns · bridges)Gum treatment & scalingResin build-up
FAQ
Gum care FAQ
We answer every last question, carefully and in full.
Bleeding and swollen gums are signs of periodontitis. If left untreated, the bone around the teeth breaks down and teeth become loose, so the inflammation should be removed with scaling and gum treatment. Our dedicated hygienist team keeps your gums healthy with Professional Tooth Cleaning (PTC).
LOCATION
2 minutes on foot
from Gaerong Station, Exit 3
- ADDRESS
- 3F, 174-14 Garak-dong, Songpa-gu, Seoul, Korea
2-minute walk from Exit 3 of Gaerong Station (Line 5) · 3rd floor of the KB Kookmin Bank / Starbucks building - PHONE
- +82-2-6952-2788 (in Korea: 02-6952-2788)
- PARKING
- Parking is available in the building — please ask at the front desk when you arrive.
- HOURS
Open on public holidays, too
Mon · Thu (late hours) 09:30 – 21:00 Tue · Wed · Fri 09:30 – 18:30 Sat · Public holidays 09:30 – 14:00 Lunch break (weekdays) 13:00 – 14:00 Sunday Closed Open until 9 p.m. on Mondays and Thursdays, and until 2 p.m. on Saturdays and public holidays. Closed on Sundays.
KEEP WHAT'S ORIGINAL & NATURAL
Through your teeth,
we see your life
Just leave your symptoms and contact details —
the dentist in charge will review them and get back to you.