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At David Cardona Dental Clinic, we perform scaling and root planing as a preventive technique to avoid the progression of periodontal disease, as well as a treatment to control the already established disease. The technique consists of deep cleaning with anesthesia of all the tartar that is under the gum, using specific dental curettes.
It is important to note that scaling and root planing is not an exclusive treatment to treat periodontal disease, but is used in conjunction with other techniques such as oral hygiene education, the use of mouth rinses and the application of fluoride. In addition, periodic check-ups are essential to evaluate the effectiveness of the treatment and to make any necessary adjustments.
What does scaling and root planing consist of?
Dental cleaning is a fundamental technique to improve the oral health of any patient. Oral cleaning serves to reinforce the patient’s daily oral hygiene by brushing and flossing. However, in some cases, the accumulation of bacterial plaque and tartar can be so excessive that a deeper cleaning is required.
At David Cardona Dental Clinic, our periodontal specialists perform professional cleanings to remove plaque and tartar from the patient’s mouth. For a complete prophylaxis, our hygienists will use ultrasound, prophylaxis brushes with polishing pastes, chlorhexidine spray and topical fluoride. Always after a prophylaxis, our hygienist will explain to the patient the most appropriate brushing technique for his case. In 30-40 minutes, the patient can once again look and enjoy a cleaner and healthier mouth.
In cases where the patient has not been cleaned for a long time or has excessive tartar, the treatment is usually divided into two sessions. In the patient’s first visit, the left side of the mouth is cleaned, and in the second session, the right side is thoroughly cleaned.
On the other hand, there are a number of gum diseases that are often the result of poor oral hygiene. If the patient accumulates bacterial plaque, caries may occur or periodontal diseases such as gingivitis or periodontitis may appear. These patients need a special type of dental cleaning, which is root scaling or curettage.
Scaling and root planing is a procedure that is indicated to treat periodontal disease in combination with other treatments. It is performed under local anesthesia and a combination of different instruments such as ultrasound, curettes and chlorhexidine spray is used to perform this treatment.
In addition, it is important to note that this treatment is effective as long as the patient understands that for long-term maintenance of gum health he/she must improve hygiene techniques and attend periodontal check-ups and maintenance appointments 2 or 3 times a year.
Action protocol.
- Periodontal Study
- Perform a periodontogram and a series of periapical radiographs.
- Determine the bacteria causing the patient’s illness and prescribe an appropriate antibiotic.
- Scaling and root planing per quadrant:
- Perform scaling and root planing in each quadrant of the mouth to remove tartar and bacterial plaque responsible for periodontitis.
- Hygiene techniques:
- To teach the patient the correct brushing techniques to maintain good oral hygiene and avoid the appearance of new periodontal problems.
- Recommend the use of appropriate cleaning instruments, such as electric toothbrushes, interdental brushes and mouthwashes.
- Reevaluation:
- Review the current status of the patient’s gums one month after treatment to determine if any additional periodontal surgery is necessary.
- Periodontal maintenance:
- Perform prophylaxis and selective scaling to maintain the patient’s periodontal health.
- Review brushing techniques for good oral hygiene.
Benefits of scaling and root planing
- Improves the patient’s overall health, as there is a proven relationship between oral health and overall body health.
- Prevent the appearance of cavities and mouth-related diseases.
- Improves dental esthetics, as healthy teeth and gums are essential for a beautiful smile.
- Maintains good oral hygiene to avoid bad odors, bad breath and mouth-related problems.
In summary, scaling and root planing is an essential treatment for maintaining good oral health and preventing periodontal disease. It is a fast and effective procedure that is performed in the dental clinic safely and with as little discomfort as possible. It is important to follow the dentist’s recommendations and carry out good oral hygiene at home to maintain the results obtained. At David Cardona Dental Clinic we are always at your disposal to offer you the best treatment and care for your oral health.
Periodontal maintenance
At David Cardona Dental Clinic, we offer a professional dental cleaning treatment to improve the oral health of our patients. Our basic prophylaxis has a preventive function and is painless, and is recommended for patients with good dental hygiene habits who have their cleanings every six months. However, in cases where the patient has not had a cleaning for a long time or has excessive tartar, we divide the treatment into two sessions.
In addition, we also offer scaling and root planing treatment or dental curettage, to remove tartar and plaque in patients with periodontal disease. This treatment is performed under local anesthesia and is combined with hygiene techniques and periodic check-ups to maintain gum health. In our clinic, our expert dentists and periodontists work to ensure the oral health of our patients.
