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How do dentists and dental hygienists help prevent tooth and gum disease?

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the usual procedure that dentists do for maintaining a good oral hygiene is a process called as "scaling" which the removal of the "plaque" an unwanted deposits that is seen around the teeth which consists of bacteria that produces toxins that damages the teeth. in severe cases of gum diseases (gingivitis and periodontitis) "flap surgery "can be done. for cavities of teeth restoration with amalgam or cements is the usual procedure. root canal treatment is the treatment of choice for dentin or pulp exposed dental caries.
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