In short, debridement is the removal of large amounts of plaque and tartar from your teeth. People who have not visited a dentist in several years may experience heavy plaque and tartar (calculus) build-up. Before a dentist can do an exam, the plaque and tartar has to be removed with a deep cleaning, referred to as debridement.
If you are very sensitive to pain, you may need local anesthesia for this procedure.
Debridement is performed by using a combination of hand instruments and an ultrasonic device. The ultrasonic device uses high-frequency vibrations and water to eradicate plaque and tartar from the teeth.
Usually debridement is the first step in a comprehensive dental treatment. When the teeth are clean, the dentist can then evaluate the teeth to begin a course of therapy which may include scaling and root planing or sometimes periodontal surgery.
If you have inflamed gums, they may bleed during the procedure. After your procedure, you may notice sensitivity to hot or cold. This may mean that the roots of the teeth are more exposed following the removal of plaque and tartar.
If you have had a debridement and experience bleeding that doesn’t stop, what appears to be an infection, excessive swelling or discharge or your lymph nodes beneath your jaw or in your neck become swollen, call your dentist.
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