What Is a Prophy
1) What Is a Prophy? Prophy Is Short for “Prophylaxis, ” a Medical Term Used to Describe Any Treatment Which Prevents a Disease from Occurring. in the Dental...
1) What is a prophy? Prophy is short for “prophylaxis,” a medical term used to describe any treatment which prevents a disease from occurring. In the dental community when we say “prophy” we mean “dental prophylaxis,” a simple cleaning procedure for healthy patients designed to prevent gum disease.
What is a prophy appointment?
A prophy or “regular cleaning” appointment is generally recommended every 6 months for patients with healthy gums and bone. This patient displays good homecare, has healthy gum tissue, does not bleed upon light probing and has no pockets over 4mm.
What is prophy used for?
Prophy paste is a paste containing mild abrasives, used to remove dental plaque and external stains. Prophylaxis paste is used to polish teeth to reduce further retention of plaque. Dental paste contains a mixture of cleaning and polishing particles. It is professionally used during dental hygiene procedures.
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