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Root planing and curettage is a painless procedure because performed under local anesthesia. Following a few rules can also reduce the discomfort that can follow your appointment, after dissipation of anesthesia.
Definition and progress of root planing or curettage
Closed root planing is intended to remove plaque and tartar accumulated under the gums on the roots of the teeth. This technique is performed mainly in people with periodontitis, infection of the tissues supporting the teeth (the periodontium). It consists of lifting the gum, eliminating the dental plaque while curetting the pockets, spaces that are created between the gum and the tooth. Surfacing can be followed by periodontal pocket irrigation with antiseptics. The surfacing-curettage allows you to reapply the gums on the roots of clean teeth. This technique does not cure periodontal disease. It stops or just slows the evolution.
When periodontitis is more serious, it is possible to open up an open field of contact with the subject: this surgical act consists of opening and removing the tissues and to eliminate the tissues then to close the gums with sutures.
Periodontal curettage is performed in the case of periodontal abscess as well. This abscess is related to periodontitis.
Root-root curettage in practice
Root-root planing is preceded by a home-care phase to begin removing plaque: use of a soft-bristled toothbrush, interdental brushes and antiseptic care such as chlorhexidine mouthwash.
The surfacing-curettage itself is often done in 4 sessions (sometimes 6) each lasting from 1:30 to 2 hours (one session per quarter of jaw) and under local anesthesia with manual instruments and with an ultrasound machine. Antibiotics are routinely prescribed when curettage is performed.
Root-rooting surgeries: the consequences of intervention
Following a surfacing-curettage, you may feel discomfort in the gums, even a slight pain and your gums may bleed a little. Taking a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug such as ibuprofen can help.
Instead, eat soft foods to reduce postoperative discomfort, avoid taking foods or very hot or cold liquids, and eat foods with peels that may be lodged under the gums (apple with skin, pop -corn, etc.).
It is recommended to use a toothbrush with extra-soft bristles and brush your teeth carefully. Healing can be accelerated by using antiseptic mouthwashes prescribed by your dentist.
Sensitivity of the teeth is also possible after surfacing-curettage. The use of a desensitizing toothpaste helps you to decrease sensitivity to hot or cold.
Thorough oral hygiene (brushing twice a day and using dental floss or interdental brushes once a day) should be maintained, otherwise recurrence is unavoidable.
