The deep scaling on the surface of the root of the tooth below the gum line to remove calculus and diseased gum tissue. Dental curettage is sometimes called root planing; it may also be used to remove bacteria and diseased tissue from the socket of the tooth after a tooth extraction. Dental curettage is generally performed by a dentist who specializes in periodontics using a small instrument called a curet or scaler. The instrument is inserted into the space between the gum and teeth at the base of the gum pocket to scrape away materials that adversely affect the health of the gums and to smooth the root surface. The gums usually bleed during the procedure, and a local anesthetic may be given to prevent discomfort.
Dental curettage is a dental procedure in which a narrow, spoon-shaped instrument called a curette is used to scrape the inner surface of a cavity or other dental structure. It is commonly employed as a method to eliminate the lining of periodontal pockets and remove diseased tissue from root surfaces in cases of periodontitis. By carefully removing the affected tissue, dental curettage facilitates the opportunity for healthy underlying tissue to reattach itself to the root surface. This promotes the healing process and helps restore the proper attachment of the gums to the tooth, contributing to the overall management and treatment of periodontal disease.