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Fiber optic probe augmented sonic scaling versus conventional sonic scaling.

G K Johnson1, R A Reinhardt, G J Tussing

  • 1Department of Periodontics, University of Nebraska Medical Center, College of Dentistry, Lincoln 68583-0740.

Journal of Periodontology
|March 1, 1989
PubMed
Summary

Improving access and visualization during sonic scaling significantly enhances plaque removal in deep periodontal pockets. Techniques like minimal tissue reflection and fiber optic illumination improve scaling effectiveness compared to closed methods.

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Area of Science:

  • Periodontology
  • Dental Instrumentation

Background:

  • Scaling and root planing procedures face challenges in achieving complete deposit removal due to access and visualization limitations.
  • Effective plaque and calculus removal are crucial for managing periodontal disease.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the efficacy of enhanced access and visualization techniques for sonic scaling in removing subgingival deposits.
  • To compare the effectiveness of augmented sonic scaling versus closed sonic scaling in moderate to deep periodontal pockets.

Main Methods:

  • A comparative study involving three groups: augmented sonic scaling with tissue reflection and fiber optics, closed sonic scaling, and untreated controls.
  • Teeth from patients undergoing immediate denture placement were treated and subsequently extracted.
  • Quantitative analysis of remaining subgingival accretions using microscopy and a digital imaging system after staining.

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Main Results:

  • Augmented sonic scaling (Group I) resulted in significantly less remaining subgingival accretion (1.30%) compared to closed sonic scaling (Group II) (6.35%).
  • Both augmented and closed sonic scaling groups showed significantly fewer deposits than the untreated control group (46.61%).
  • The observed differences in deposit removal were statistically significant (P < 0.01).

Conclusions:

  • Minimal interdental papilla reflection combined with fiber optic illumination/transillumination significantly improves sonic scaling efficacy.
  • These adjunctive techniques are beneficial for achieving thorough deposit removal in moderate to deep periodontal pockets.
  • Enhanced visualization and access are critical factors in the success of scaling and root planing procedures.