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Periodontal Therapy Department

Soft Tissue Management (STM):
Periodontal therapy is often described as a three-phased process:

1) inflammation control,
2) plaque control,
3) maintenance.

In the Soft Tissue Management Program (STM), inflammation control is gained through the performance of scaling and root planing procedures. Plaque control is achieved by the introduction of a powered, plaque-removing instruments (Rota-dent and the Hydro Floss) into the patient’s home care routine. Maintenance is accomplished by periodontal recall visits with the periodontal therapist.

Terms:

Scaling and Root Planing:

Scaling is a type of cleaning that removes plaque and calculus from the teeth at and slightly below the gumline. Root Planing smooths root surfaces, so the supportive tissues can better reattach to the tooth surface.

Local anesthesia is used because this procedure goes deeper than a regular cleaning.


One way to diagnose periodontal (gum) disease is by periodontal charting. Several measurements (6 measurements per tooth) are taken of each tooth and the deeper the pocket the more care it needs.


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Dr Braich's Smile Design Office
9123 N Military Trail, Suite 200
Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410