{"id":691,"date":"2022-04-06T09:38:12","date_gmt":"2022-04-06T09:38:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bestorthodontistbracespune.in\/DeccanDentalBlog\/?p=691"},"modified":"2022-04-06T09:38:14","modified_gmt":"2022-04-06T09:38:14","slug":"scaling-in-pune","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bestorthodontistbracespune.in\/DeccanDentalBlog\/2022\/04\/06\/scaling-in-pune\/","title":{"rendered":"Difference between Scaling and Curettage"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

There is some confusion about the difference between scaling\/ polishing and curettage or root planning in Pune. The difference of scaling and curettage is given below:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Scaling
Scaling is basically the process to remove the dental tartar from the surface of the teeth.
Instruments used: Scaler
Scaler is used to remove the tartar or plaque attached on the surface of the teeth. Extrinsic stains are also removed by Scaling. No anesthesia is used in this procedure. World class dental clinic is best clinic in Pune for this procedure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Indications of scaling
\u2022 Anyone who has gum disease or periodontal disease
\u2022 Patients who are susceptible to tooth decay
\u2022 Before orthodontic procedure
\u2022 Before fluoride application
\u2022 Before going for teeth extraction
\u2022 Before teeth whitening procedure
Contra-indications of scaling
\u2022 Tooth sensitivity
\u2022 Patient with cystic fibrosis
\u2022 Asthmatic patients
\u2022 Patients with cardiac pacemakers
\u2022 Patients with communicable disease
Use of scaling
\u2022 Prevents gingival recession
\u2022 Prevents early tooth loss
\u2022 It helps maintain good breath
\u2022 It Removes stains
\u2022 Prevents tooth decay<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Curettage
Curettage also called as root planning is the process of smoothening the root surfaces and removing any infected tooth structure.
Basic Technique with the curette
Instruments used in curettage are
Gracey curettes
Universal curettes
Isolation and anesthetize
Local infiltration is given to anesthetize the selected isolated area.
Insertion and curettage
Sharp Gracey or Universal curettage is inserted with the cutting edge against the tissue so as to engage the inner lining of pocket wall and junctional epithelium.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Indication of curettage
\u2022 Oedematous and inflamed tissues
\u2022 Shallow Pockets
\u2022 Supra Bony Pockets
\u2022 Progressive attachment or alveolar bone loss
\u2022 Increased levels of pathogenic micro-organisms
\u2022 As part of initial preparation prior to open surgical procedure in an attempt to achieve tissue quality that can be handled easily
Contra-indication of curettage
\u2022 Pockets exceed mucogingival junction
\u2022 Lack of keratinized tissue
\u2022 Osseous defects must be treated
\u2022 Hyperplastic tissue
\u2022 Close root proximity
\u2022 Function involvement
\u2022 Probing depth of 3mm or less
Advantages of curettage
\u2022 Improved root visualization
\u2022 Minimal Gingival trauma
\u2022 No loss of keratinized gingiva
\u2022 Complete removal of sulcular epithelium and epithelial attachment<\/p>\n\n\n\n

World class dental clinic in Pune provides the best treatment for teeth cleaning or Scaling polishing, we also have specialist for procedures like curettage or root planning if required. Visit us at bestorthodontistbracespune.in<\/a> to know more . <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

There is some confusion about the difference between scaling\/ polishing and curettage or root planning in Pune. The difference of scaling and curettage is given below: Scaling Scaling is basically the process to remove the dental tartar from the surface of the teeth. Instruments used: Scaler Scaler is used to remove the tartar or plaque … <\/p>\n

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