Why Scaling and Root Planing Matters for Your Oral Health
Scaling and root planing (SRP) is a deep-cleaning dental procedure designed to treat periodontal disease by removing bacterial plaque and calculus from both the tooth surface and below the gumline. This non-surgical therapy is essential for halting gum inflammation, preventing tooth loss, and maintaining long-term oral health. While it m...
Introduction
Chronic diseases such as diabetes and uncontrolled gum disease (periodontal disease) can significantly impact the success of dental procedures, including routine treatments like extractions, restorations, and surgeries. The relationship between systemic health and oral health is complex, and it is increasingly recognized that oral health cannot be considered in isolation from the...
Pendahuluan
Setiap dokter gigi di planet ini melakukan pencabutan gigi secara rutin. Perkiraan persentase prosedur gigi yang melibatkan pencabutan gigi berbeda-beda di setiap negara dan mungkin berbeda di negara-negara Barat dan non-Barat. Contohnya, survei terhadap 17.784 pasien Swiss berusia antara 15 dan 74 tahun mengungkapkan bahwa pencabutan gigi menyumbang 5,4% dari semua prosedur gigi. Men...