Comprehensive Review on Non-Surgical Periodontal Therapy

ABSTRACT

Periodontitis is one the most common diseases of the oral cavity and affects majority of the population. In the recent times there have been several advances in the treatment modalities for the same. One of the most common aetiological factors for the disease is dental plaque. Thus, the aim of various therapeutic options is the elimination of dental plaque. The methods range from something as simple as tooth brushing and oral hygiene practices to those administered by a dental professional. There are various mechanical methods and chemical methods for the same. There are also certain methods like the usage of local drug delivery and mouthwashes that can be used as adjuncts to any type of periodontal therapy. The treatment modalities can be surgical or non-surgical. With the patient being kept at the centre of the equation, non-surgical periodontal therapy is more acceptable to the patient and is also easy to perform and not very complex. In the present review, various options for the management of periodontal disease through non-surgical periodontal therapy have been addressed along with recent advances towards the same.