Treatments

Oral Prophylaxis and Scaling

A dental prophylaxis is an examination of oral health combined with a scale and clean and can be conducted by a dentist. This includes dental check-ups to getting sealants to protect the teeth from cavities.

Dental Prophylaxis Services

• Dental exams- Dental Exams check the mouth for cavities, gum disease, oral cancer, etc.
• X-rays- X-rays check for any signs of tooth decay.
• Cleaning- Cleanings are performed to remove plaque and calculus.
• Scaling or root planning- It is also a form of cleaning or scraping to remove tartar and other deposits from teeth.
• Flossing and Polishing- Flossing removes food and dental plaque between teeth, and Polishing means cleaning with a pumice-type paste that removes stains.
• Fluoride treatments or sealants- Flouride treatments are for kids, and it is done to prevent tooth decay.

Prophylaxis for Kids

Children have special needs when it comes to dental care. They are highly vulnerable to decay and other dental problems. Pediatric dentists mainly specialize in helping children who experience fear and anxiety related to dental visits. The main goal of early intervention of prophylaxis for young children is to get them used to seeing the dentist early on.

The dentist can administer preventative procedures such as sealants and fluoride treatments to prevent tooth decay down the road.

Oral prophylaxis gives dentists a chance to catch problems early on. Problem wisdom teeth and oral cancers can be spotted and dealt with before they become major concerns.

Oral prophylaxis is prescribed to people with crooked teeth before starting the treatment with braces. This is because it becomes even more difficult to clean the teeth with braces properly, and the amount of plaque keeps increasing until it starts causing problems.

Scaling

Dental scaling is performed to help patients with gum disease and excessive plaque buildup. Standard cleaning will address the tooth's surface; scaling goes much deeper.

Harmful effects of Scaling

One such harmful event resulting from dental scaling is called periprosthetic joint infection resulting from bacteria in the blood. This occurs due to the irritation of the gums, causing bacteria to travel from the mouth into the bloodstream. Treating dental patients with antibiotics before cleaning and restorative procedures is also considered dental prophylaxis.

Always keep in Oral hygiene contributes to the overall body health. If you are not sure, how to take care of your oral health, contact us and book an appointment. RR Dental Hospital is one of the best hospitals in chennai.