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Scaling & root planing

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Comparing attributes for a procedure and its treatment options can be useful when making treatment decisions.

Cosmetic results (how it looks)

  • Removable dentures
    Can be excellent, depending on how many teeth are being replaced and where they are in the mouth. Complete dentures are often very esthetic.
  • Scaling & root planing
    Root planing can cause shrinkage of swollen, infected gingiva, which can expose tooth roots.
  • Simple extractions
    Not applicable
  • Surgical extractions
    Not applicable