Abstract
The following chapter aims to facilitate the dental assistant’s work in the
field of periodontology. The first section provides a comprehensive introduction to the
terminology used in periodontology. The next section focuses on the practical aspects
of work in a clinical setup, including sterilization and disinfection, as well as basic
periodontal procedures. Lastly, a special emphasis has been placed on teaching various
oral hygiene aids and concepts of patient motivation for self-care.
Keywords: Gingiva, Gingivitis, Periodontitis, Periodontium, Oral hygiene, Scaling, Root planing.
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