Aims of Root Planning

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Aims

To remove subgingival plaque, calculus and other plaque retention factors.

To decontaminate the top 10-20% of the root cementum, thereby eliminating endotoxin.

To produce a hard, smooth root surface that is biologically acceptable and therefore allows epithelial attachment and the formation of a long junctional epithelium.

To enable a certain degree of shrinkage. thereby directly reducing pocket depth and facilitating easier patient cleansing.

To facilitate resolution of gingival inflammation.

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