Periodontal Dressings In most cases, after surgical periodontal procedures are completed, the area is covered with a surgical pack, also known as a periodontal pack or periodontal dressing. The dressing has no curative properties; it assists the healing by protecting the tissue rather than providing healing factors. Advantages of Periodontal Dressings … [Read more...] about Periodontal Dressings
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Various Nonsurgical Procedures For The Pocket Eradication
Various Nonsurgical Procedures For The Pocket Eradication Scaling and root planning Use of chemotherapeutic agents Laser therapy Hyperbaric oxygen therapy Photodynamic therapy "Importance Of Nonsurgical Pocket Eradication In Gum Health" Scaling and Root Planing Primary objective of scaling and root planning is to regain gingival health by completely … [Read more...] about Various Nonsurgical Procedures For The Pocket Eradication
Trauma from Occlusion: Symptoms, Diagnosis and Treatment
Symptoms of Trauma from Occlusion Thermal sensitivity: Trauma from occlusion leads to pressure on venous return which causes venous hyperplasia and increase blood pressure in pulp and pain. When teeth are pushed together scratching or squeaky sound is heared. Habits: Occlusal prematurities can lead to the habit pattrn which is injurious to periodontium. Due to tension, … [Read more...] about Trauma from Occlusion: Symptoms, Diagnosis and Treatment
Subgingival Calculus: Causes & Treatment
Subgingival Calculus Subgingival calculus is located below the crest of marginal gingiva and, therefore, is not visible on routine clinical examination. Subgingival Calculus is also known as subgingival calculus. "Importance Of Removing Subgingival Calculus For Gum Health" Subgingival Calculus Location The location and extent of subgingival calculus are evaluated … [Read more...] about Subgingival Calculus: Causes & Treatment
Different Surgical Methods of Gingival Recession
Different Surgical Methods of Gingival Recession "What are the different surgical methods for treating gingival recession?" Various techniques are used to increase the width of attached gingiva: Gingival augmentation apical to area of recession Free epithelial autograft Free connective tissue autograft Apically positioned flap Fenestration Vestibular … [Read more...] about Different Surgical Methods of Gingival Recession