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Evaluation of efficacy of Sofscale. A clinical and SEM study
1Department of Periodontics, College of Dental Surgery, Manipal, India.
Summary
Sofscale demonstrated effectiveness in removing calculus deposits from the root surface during chronic periodontitis treatment. This dental product aided easier and quicker calculus removal without causing increased tooth sensitivity.
Area of Science:
- Dentistry
- Periodontology
- Biomaterials
Background:
- Chronic periodontitis involves calculus deposits on root surfaces, complicating treatment.
- Effective calculus removal is crucial for successful periodontal therapy.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the efficacy of Sofscale in calculus removal from root surfaces.
- To assess the ease and time required for calculus removal with Sofscale compared to standard root planing.
Main Methods:
- A double-blind study involving 32 patients with chronic periodontitis and lower incisor calculus.
- Evaluation of calculus removal ease and time, patient-reported outcomes, and scanning electron microscopy (SEM) analysis of root surfaces.
Main Results:
- Calculus removal was easier and faster in 21 out of 32 patients using Sofscale.
- 17 patients correctly identified Sofscale as the easier side for calculus removal.
- SEM analysis revealed root surfaces treated with Sofscale were devoid of smear layer, unlike those treated with root planing alone.
Conclusions:
- Sofscale facilitates easier and quicker calculus removal in chronic periodontitis patients.
- Sofscale application results in cleaner root surfaces, free from smear layer, potentially improving periodontal treatment outcomes.
- The product was well-tolerated, with no reported increase in tooth sensitivity or discomfort.