Headphones that go over your ears can also damage your hearing if you use them too long or play music too loudly. They're just not as much of a risk as earbuds are: Having the source of the sound in your ear canal can increase a sound's volume by 6 to 9 decibels â enough to cause some serious problems.
Dental hand instruments. Instruments used for examining the mouth and teeth. Mouth mirrors are used to examine the condition of the teeth and mouth, as well as to retract the tongue and cheeks upon examination. Probesâ There are many probes available but the main types are the straight probe, Briault probe and periodontal probe.
Root planing and scaling cleans between the gums and the teeth down to the roots. Your dentist may need to use a local anesthetic to numb your gums and the roots of your teeth.Some dentists and dental hygienists will use an ultrasonic tool for the planing and scaling.This tool is not as uncomfortable as a standard scraping tool, but not all cleanings require this type of tool. Your dentist may place antibiotic fibers into the pockets between your teeth and gums.hat To Think About. 1  Root planing and scaling is a simple procedure that can work very well to stop gum disease. 2  Brush and floss regularly afterward. 3  To promote healing, stop all use of tobacco.