Fig. 2

Interventions for periodontitis. The initial line of defense in treating periodontal disease is a thorough cleansing procedure consisting of root planning and debridement. Tartar and pathogens are eliminated from tooth surfaces and below the gingival line through scaling. Utilizing instruments, a laser, or an ultrasonic device, can be achieved. Antibiotics are an additional prevalent non-surgical way to treat periodontal disease. Proficient periodontal antibiotics are specifically formulated for deep pocket placement within the gums by dental practitioners, to address bacterial infections that have spread to the root and gumline. Occasionally, oral antibiotics are required to eliminate infection-causing microorganisms [17, 18]