Periodontics

Closed and open curettage

Curettage is one of the most effective treatments for periodontal disease. It involves thoroughly cleaning the gum pockets of plaque, tartar, and bacteria, as well as smoothing the root surfaces to allow the gums to regenerate.

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Curettage at Mabel Clinic

Free consultation

Diagnostics and a treatment plan with no obligations.

Painless treatment

Effective anesthesia and comfort at every stage of the visit.

Post-treatment care

Clear recommendations, follow-up checks, and constant contact with the clinic.

Closed and open curettage: what do they involve?

Closed curettage is performed without damaging the gum: we clean the pockets to a depth of about five millimetres using special instruments and smooth the root surfaces so that bacteria have nowhere to resettle. Open curettage is used for deeper pockets; it requires gentle exposure of the root, which allows for cleaning under full visual control.

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Closed and open curettage: what do they involve?

Closed curettage is performed without damaging the gum: we clean the pockets to a depth of about five millimetres using special instruments and smooth the root surfaces so that bacteria have nowhere to resettle. Open curettage is used for deeper pockets; it requires gentle exposure of the root, which allows for cleaning under full visual control.

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Closed and open curettage: what do they involve?

Closed curettage is performed without damaging the gum: we clean the pockets to a depth of about five millimetres using special instruments and smooth the root surfaces so that bacteria have nowhere to resettle. Open curettage is used for deeper pockets; it requires gentle exposure of the root, which allows for cleaning under full visual control.

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How the treatment is carried out at Mabel Clinic

Curettage is preceded by a periodontal examination with pocket depth measurement and professional teeth cleaning. The procedure itself is performed under local anaesthesia, usually in stages, covering a selected section of the arch during a single visit. After the procedure, you will receive clear instructions regarding oral hygiene and mouthwashes. The results are evaluated after a few weeks by re-measuring pocket depths and assessing the condition of the gums.

Effects of curettage and further care

After curettage, the gums shrink and adhere more tightly to the teeth, the pockets become shallower, and bleeding and bad breath disappear. This halts the progression of periodontal disease and improves the prognosis of the teeth. The longevity of the effect depends on daily hygiene and regular maintenance visits, which we schedule individually, usually every three to six months.

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Effects of curettage and further care

After curettage, the gums shrink and adhere more tightly to the teeth, the pockets become shallower, and bleeding and bad breath disappear. This halts the progression of periodontal disease and improves the prognosis of the teeth. The longevity of the effect depends on daily hygiene and regular maintenance visits, which we schedule individually, usually every three to six months.

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Effects of curettage and further care

After curettage, the gums shrink and adhere more tightly to the teeth, the pockets become shallower, and bleeding and bad breath disappear. This halts the progression of periodontal disease and improves the prognosis of the teeth. The longevity of the effect depends on daily hygiene and regular maintenance visits, which we schedule individually, usually every three to six months.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does curettage hurt?

What is the difference between closed and open curettage?

How to care for gums after curettage?

Other treatments in this category

Treatment of gingivitis

Therapy for early-stage gingivitis, including professional dental cleaning and hygiene instruction, which stops the disease before it damages the periodontium.

Treatment of periodontitis

Comprehensive therapy for periodontal disease aimed at stopping bone loss, reducing gum pockets, and stabilising teeth.

Curettage

Thorough cleaning of periodontal pockets from deposits and bacteria, and smoothing of root surfaces, performed under local anaesthesia.

Gum aesthetics

Gum contouring treatments, including for gummy smiles or uneven contours, which give the smile harmonious proportions.

Gum grafts

Microsurgical coverage of recessions and exposed tooth necks, which reduces sensitivity and restores a healthy, aesthetic gum line.

Bone grafts

Regeneration of bone lost due to periodontal disease using bone graft materials, improving tooth stability and prognosis.

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