Scaling (non-surgical periodontal therapy or deep cleaning) is a procedure to remove dental plaque and calculus (tartar) from tooth surface and then smoothing, or planning, of the (exposed) surfaces of the roots to eliminate plaque, calculus along with the microorganisms harbored in them which reduces inflammation and prevents remission of periodontal disease.
Periodontal surgery may be needed to treat certain gum diseases and conditions, such as gingivitis or periodontitis. This type of surgery is commonly known as gum surgery.
Uses :
1. Regrowing damaged bones and tissues
2. Preventing tooth loss.
3. Preventing tooth mobility.
4. Reducing gum gaps between teeth, known as black triangles
5. Reshaping the jaw hone to lower the risk for bacterial growth in bone crevices
6. Eliminating bacteria and infection
