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Dental Health (Expert Forum)
Deep scaling and root planning
Answered by
Matthew Baron, D.M.D. - Dental
Questions in the Dental Health forum are answered by Dr. Jerome Tsang and Dr. Jerome Bogin. Topics covered include bridges, cavities, crowns, and x-rays.
Deep scaling and root planning
by naddy, Sep 02, 2005 12:00AM
Hi, has anyone ever had this procedure, deep scaling and root planning. My dentist made it sound pretty simple but I would like to know from someone who has had it done. WHat is it like during and after the procedure. Any pain?
Doctor's Answer
by Matthew Baron, D.M.D., Sep 06, 2005 12:00AM
, Sep 06, 2005 12:00AM
Scaling and root planing is nothing more than a deep cleaning usually done with local anesthesia to keep the patient comfortable. There can be some post procedure soreness but usually no more than a couple days. It is pretty simple and very routine.
Member Comments (2)
by Alias Lola, Sep 07, 2005 12:00AM
To: naddy
Yeah, I had it done a few years ago and it was no big deal. My dentist did it in two visits (half of my mouth each visit). Just felt a little sore afterwards, but nothing major. Good luck!
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