Ultrasonic Scaling Argentina

Root Planing and Scaling for Gum DiseaseRoot planing and scaling is one of the most effectiveways to treat gum disease before it becomes severe. Root planing and scalingcleans between the gums and the teeth down to the roots. Your dentist may needto use a local anesthetic to numb your gums and the roots of your teeth. Some dentists and dentalhygienists will use an ultrasonic tool for the planing and scaling. This toolis not as uncomfortable as a standard scraping tool, but not all cleaningsrequire this type of tool. The professional may place antibiotic fibers into the pockets between yourteeth and gums. The antibiotic will help speed healing and prevent infection.The dentist will remove the fibers about 1 week after the procedure. What To Expect After TreatmentIf anesthesia is used, your lips and gums may remainnumb for a few hours. Planing and scaling causes little or no discomfort. Why It Is DoneRoot planing and scaling is done when gums have eitherstarted to pull away from the teeth or the roots of the teeth have hard mineraldeposits on them. How Well It WorksIf you maintain good dental care after the procedure,the progression of gum disease should stop. And your gums will heal and becomefirm and pink again. RisksRoot planing and scaling can introduce harmful bacteriainto the bloodstream. Gum tissue is also at risk of infection. You may need totake antibiotics before and after surgery if you have a condition that puts youat high risk for a severe infection or if infections are particularly dangerousfor you. You may need to take antibiotics if you: Have certain heart problems that make it dangerous for you to get a heart infection called endocarditis. Have an impaired immune system,Had recent major surgeries or have man-made body parts, such as an artificial hip or heart  valve.What To Think AboutRoot planing a