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Prophylaxis debridement |
Removing supragingival and subgingival plaque, calculus, stain through scaling and planning using ultrasonic tip scaling |
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Tooth and surface polishing |
Polishing surfaces to remove accumulated stains on tooth surface and accessible surfaces. Uses air polishers and abrasive cleansing |
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Selective polishing |
Term applied to polishing of chosen tooth sites or areas |
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Prophylaxis |
Combination of debridement and tooth polishing. Flossing, bridge cleaners, and periobrushes |
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Patient education |
Customized instruction in oral hygiene. |
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Antimicrobial therapy |
Prescription mouth washes, over the counter mouth washes, anitbiotics. |
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Occlusal adjustment |
Selective grinding of occlusal cusps to eliminate premature contact |
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Occlusal guards |
Custom formed acrylic night guard to protect from tooth grinding |
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Tooth stabalization |
Splinting, wire ligation or bonding of teeth to lessen tooth mobility |
