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D4240 Gingival flap procedure with planin

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Also known as: gingival flap with root planing, flap therapy, periodontal flap

Gingival flap procedure with root planing to treat periodontal disease and remove calculus from root surfaces.

Clinical Context

Used to treat moderate to advanced periodontal disease where access to subgingival calculus and bacterial biofilm is required. Often combined with root surface instrumentation to halt disease progression.

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Specialties

PeriodontologyGeneral Dentistry

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