In all honesty, you never want to treat gum disease once it gets below the gum line.
While a teeth cleaning does not feel great, it is generally a lot less painful than having your roots scraped as is the case with advanced periodontal gum disease treatments.
By practicing good oral hygiene, eating a balanced diet, and keeping well-hydrated, you can avoid treating gum disease and instead focus on prevention because problems are easier to avoid than they are to fix!
