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What is irrigation in a deep cleaning? after my regular dental checkup last week, my dentist said i need to come back for a deep cleaning and irrigation. what does that mean?
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The : The cleaning is done under your gums and then the debris is rinsed out.
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Your : Your dentist may also irrigate the pockets with medicaments to help reduce bacterial levels and decrease inflammation.
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Carson : Carson city, they may be referring to scaling and root planing which is treatment for periodontal disease (gum disease) and usually includes irrigation (an anti-microbial rinse). But, my best advice is to talk with you dentist prior to your scheduled appointment. You should understand their recommendation, why they are making it, and what is the anticipated outcomes with or without treatment. Hope this is helpful, michael i. Wollock, dmd, agd fellow dentistry at suburban square 610-649-0313 www.Dentistryatsuburbansquare.Com.
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Irrigation : Irrigation during deep cleaning is to help control the level of bacteria by irragating with an antimicrobial rinse like listerine or peridex (chlorhexidine gluconate). This the gum tissue, epitheilum attach back to the root surface. Good luck and keep brushing and flossing. Dr. James w. Dunnavant, jr., dds 1-800-veneers.Com.
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