Effect of Photodynamic Therapy as an Adjunct to Non-Surgical Treatment of Periodontitis

Removal of deposits above and below the gum line using hand or ultrasonic tools and thorough smoothing of root surfaces to discourage re-accumulation of bacteria.

Non-invasive treatment that uses a combination of a light-sensitive compound (photosensitizer), specific light, and oxygen to generate reactive oxygen species (ROS) that kill bacteria.