Ultrasonic teeth cleaning in periodontology: indications for use, 7 advantages

15.08.2023

In the oral cavity, each tooth is surrounded by a complex of tissues. The periodontium performs fixing functions. These tissues provide blood supply, proper distribution of the load on the teeth and protection from infections. If dental care is incomplete, periodontitis, an inflammatory process, develops. It has a long and painful treatment. Ultrasonic cleaning is a dental procedure that prevents the development of periodontal disease and treats the existing disease. Thanks to her manipulations have become painless and short in time. The work is carried out with the help of equipment that allows you to conduct the procedure with directed ultrasound.

Indications for the application of ultrasonic cleaning of teeth

The service under consideration in dental clinics is used to clean the roots, wash and disinfect the periodontal pocket. Indications for ultrasonic dental therapy are:

  • early periodontitis;
  • prevention of recurrence of pathology, if standard procedures were previously performed;
  • presence of dense deposits and tartar in the gingival pockets;
  • preparation for implant placement.

The essence of the procedure is the impact of ultrasonic waves, which contributes to the destruction of pathogenic bacteria. During manipulation, the dentist applies a specific powder that polishes the root. The use of water allows you to achieve a thorough washing of the pockets.

Stages of ultrasonic cleaning of teeth with paradontosis

Everything starts with diagnosis. The doctor establishes the expediency of ultrasonic therapy. Then the work is carried out according to a strict protocol:

  • Professional cleaning. A mixture of water and abrasive particles under pressure is applied to the surface of the tooth. Plaque, pigment embedded in the enamel, micro-particles of food are removed.
  • Deep cleaning of the roots. The doctor performs manipulations in the space between the gum and the root of the tooth with a special nozzle. Microorganisms and toxins are removed directly from the upper layer of the root, then polishing takes place.

In 3 months after ultrasonic cleaning of teeth, it is necessary to undergo a control examination with a dentist to assess the effectiveness and the need for a second session. On average, 1-1.5 hours are spent per procedure. The patient does not experience painful sensations. If a person complains of excessive sensitivity of the teeth and soft tissues, he has a panic fear of any dental manipulation, he can be preformed local anesthesia.

7 reasons to use ultrasonic teeth cleaning

Ultrasound dental treatment can be compared to standard professional dental hygiene. But it has distinct advantages:

  1. A non-contact method of root treatment is used.
  2. Bacteria and hard deposits in the gingival zone are removed painlessly.
  3. An antibacterial effect is produced, which reduces the intensity of inflammation.
  4. In addition, caries is treated at the earliest stage of development.
  5. Soft tissues, periodontium and roots are not damaged, because plaque and stones are not brushed off sharply, but polished layer by layer.
  6. Only 1 session is needed to achieve the desired result.
  7. The depth of exposure - 11 mm, nozzles are used to treat hard-to-reach places.

The results of one session of ultrasonic therapy of teeth are a decrease or complete cessation of bleeding gums, disappearance of pain and swelling of soft tissues, fresh breath. If you turn to dentistry in time, you can stop the already progressive periodontitis and restore damaged tissues.