Sir my father is 69 years, what will be the best treatment for him between periodontal scaling and root planning?
15 years of experience
Answered on 30th Aug '22
13 years of experience
Answered on 22nd Apr '22
Periodontal scaling goes deeper than a typical cleaning. The scraping is done not only at the gum line, but below it, closer to the root. This more extensive procedure to remove hardened plaque and calculus.
Root planing involves smoothing the exposed surface of the roots after the plaque has been removed. This helps the gum tissue reattach to the root and tooth so healing can begin.
So it's better if you will go for both the procedures.
8 years of experience
Answered on 22nd Apr '22
The best treatment for your father will be first scaling and then root planing.
14 years of experience
Answered on 22nd Apr '22
Periodontal scaling n root planing is one complete treatment, and it is important to stop further spread of the disease