Pain after periodontal scaling and root planing

Article Abstract:

Most dental patients who have undergone periodontal scaling and root planing for periodontitis experience pain after the procedure. Researchers surveyed 52 adult patients before and after they underwent treatment. Most reported faint-to-moderate pain, and 16% reported moderate-to-intense pain the day of the procedure. Postprocedural pain was most intense in the first eight hours, and about one-fourth of patients used analgesic medication for pain relief. Most patients only required over-the-counter drugs for pain relief the day of the procedure, but patients who experience severe pain may require stronger analgesia.

United States, Evaluation, Surgery, Drug therapy, Anesthesia in dentistry, Dental anesthesia, Toothache, Periodontics, Subgingival curettage

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Fluoride use in periodontal therapy: a review of the literature

Article Abstract:

Fluoride may be useful in the treatment and prevention of gum disease. Long used on tooth surfaces to prevent dental cavities, fluoride solutions may be beneficial in periodontal treatment to improve soft-tissue health and reduce cavities of the tooth root. Daily stannous fluoride irrigation may increase gum attachment to teeth and lessen bleeding, possibly reducing the need for surgery. Stannous fluoride gel may reduce gum inflammation and bacteria levels below the gums. Fluoride treatment during gum surgery may impair tissue healing, so it should be used during nonsurgical dental visits.

Care and treatment, Fluorides

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