Periodontology is the department of dentistry that deals with the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the surrounding dental tissues. It is the main subject of periodontology to ensure that the periodontologically healed teeth remain in the mouth in this way.
The first aim in periodontological treatment is to optimize oral hygiene; For this purpose, first of all, dental scaling is cleaned by the dentist, then the root surface is flattened and regenerative-reconstructive and buccogingival procedures are performed in required patients. Afterwards, the patient is given oral hygiene training and is expected to maintain a healthy condition.
Oral hygiene education ends with the correct use of toothbrush, dental floss and, if necessary, the use of interface brushes and the use of other tools such as a mouth shower.