Periodontal Scaling/root Planing at Dentist Dictionary

What is Periodontal Scaling/root Planing? The removal of hard deposits, with metal scalers and curettes, on the root surfaces. The intent is to remove the diseased elements of the root surface, thereby permitting healing and potential reduction in depth of the periodontal pocket.

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