My teeth are very sensitive and I have a lot of discomfort with root planing. Is BOST different?
A. Teeth are sensitive after root planing because bacteria left in the bottom of the pockets quickly repopulate roots and bathe them in acid. The BOST technique removes the bacteria all the way to the bottom of the pockets and from the surface of the bone. This allows a firm clot to form on the bone and new attachment to seal to the roots. As a result, sensitivity is reduced and the roots are covered with protective tissue. In addition, our aerobic oral hygiene techniques prevents significant bacterial population so that acid production is minimal. Bone healing after BOST also reduces the jarring of teeth, another cause of sensitivity.
