ROOT PLANNING

the removal of hard deposits, with metal scalers, on the root surface and smoothing the root surface to allow for reattachment of the gums to the tooth and ultimately pocket reduction

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oral hygiene: process of maintaining cleanliness of the teeth and related structures.

orthodontics: dental specialty that treats misalignment of teeth.

osseous: bony. overbite: vertical overlap of the front teeth.

overdenture: denture that fits over residual roots or dental implants.