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This periodontal measurement determines the depth between the gingiva and the tooth.
Periodontal Probing
These instruments measure periodontal pocket depths in millimeters.
Periodontal Probe
This instrument removes calculus using high frequency vibrations.
Ultrasonic scaler
This procedure removes plaque, calculus, and stains from supragingival tooth surfaces.
prophy
This surgery removes diseased gingival tissue and reduces periodontal pocket depth.
gingivectomy
The normal health of a gingiva sulcus is this measurement?
3mm or less.
These instruments detect calculus and evaluate root surface roughness.
Periodontal Explorer
This device is used to remove aerosols during ultrasonic scaling
HVE
This procedure removes calculus from tooth surfaces.
scaling
This surgery reshapes gingival tissues
gingivoplasty
This diagnostic chart records pocket depths, mobility, recession, and furcation involvement.
periodontal charting.
These instruments are primarily used to remove supragingival calculus.
scaler
This is one benefit of ultrasonic scaling compared to hand scaling
Reduced operator fatigue
This procedure smooths root surfaces after scaling.
root planing
This surgical procedure exposes root surfaces by lifting the gingiva
periodontal flap surgery
Bleeding observed during probing is used to measure this.
the bleeding index.
These instruments remove subgingival calculus and smooth the root surfaces.
curettes
Patients with this condition may require caution due to infection risk during ultrasonic scaling.
Tuberculosis
This procedure scrapes diseased tissue from the periodontal pocket wall
gingival curettage
This surgery reshapes/removes bone supporting the teeth
osseous surgery
This dental radiograph is particularly useful for showing bone height along the root surface.
Periapical X Ray
These probes measure horizonal pocket depths in furcation areas.
furcation probes
These tooth surfaces may be damaged by ultrasonic scalers
Restorative materials (Porcelain, composite, and veneers)
These medications may be used in periodontal therapy to reduce bacteria
antimicrobial / antibiotic.
This surgical procedure exposes more tooth structure for restoration placement.
Crown lengthening.