Question 1

how long does sensitivity last after debridement?

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Where: Debridements are possible nearly anywhere on the body and therefore the expectations vary.

Question 2

can you retear a tfcc after having debridement a year ago?

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Yes: Debridement of TFCC is usually for a central cartilage tear . You can extend that tear or develop a peripheral tear as the result of another trauma , or as the result of a ulnar positive variant. You should seek care with your hand surgeon.

Question 3

whats the difference between debridement and a root scaling?

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General vs specific.: Root scaling is a process whereby built up plaque is scraped of with a fine tool from the enamel of the tooth, generally by a dental hygienist, or dentist.  Debridement is a general term for surgically cleaning of a any wound, any place in the body at all levels of skin. For example, there are 4 stages of pressure sores: stage i-4, depending on the depth (3 goes to mm, 4 to bone). Deep ones-debride.

Question 4

what is the difference between surgical and sharp debridement?

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Semantics: Debridement is the removal of dead, damaged or diseased tissue from a wound. It can be done in several ways. If you use a knife, this is "sharp" debridement, which is often done in a surgical setting, making it surgical debridement.

Question 5

please advise what is the difference between debridement and root scaling?

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Big difference.: Deep cleaning is scaling and root planning, which is treatment for gum disease with pockets deeper than 3-4mm. It takes more than one visit and costs considerably more. When indicated, it is absolutely necessary. Full mouth debridement is usually when someone hasn't had a cleaning in a while and during the initial hygiene visit, the tartar above the gum line is removed. Srp may be required next.

Question 6

how long is recovery from surgery for fat pad debridement? what does recovery look like?

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: I am not familiar with the surgery. However you should discuss all these items with your surgeon. He /she is the person that will know the answer to these questions.  You should not be afraid to discuss any concerns with your surgeon. Since they are performing the surgery they will know what experience and expectations you will have.

Question 7

what to expect during a debridement?

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Where: Debridements are possible nearly anywhere on the body and therefore the expectations vary.

Question 8

what is the definition or description of: debridement?

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Remove dead tissue: Devitalised, or dead tissue is removed from the body using a variety of techniques, including surgery, and this is called debridement.

Question 9

how painful is dental debridement?

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Dental: Should not be painful, depending on health of your teeth

Question 10

what is debridement and what would prompt a dentist to recommend it?

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Surgical cleaning up: See prior answer regarding debridement in general, regardless of where in body. In oral cavity, debridement would be recommended if any area was very infected, macerated, extensively built up plaque.  Ask the dentist why it has to be done, what is the process that it involved, and how much does it cost.

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