Defination:“Removal of bacterially or toxically contaminated root cementum or dentin and leveling irregularities of the surface.”
Most commonly rootplaning is done in following disease and symptoms

1. Bleeding gum
2. Gingival recession
3. Periodontitis
4. Periodontal pocket

Removal of bacterially or toxically contaminated root cementum or dentin with scalers and ultrasonic curettes also known as root planing procedure



First is local anaesthetic used to numb the portion of mouth where rootplaning is necessary.
Root planning involves smoothening the root surface of teeth with thin curettes so gingival tissue more firmly reattach to roots.
This procedure makes it more difficult for plaque to accumulate
Along root surface.
This procedure is done with ultrasonic scaler and curettes in one or two visit.
Oral Care after Root Planing
Do not bite or chew lip, cheek or tongue until numbness has worn off   or avoid chewing for 2 hours after this procedure.

1. For pain take analgesic
2. Take antiseptic mouthwash for prevent oral infection
3. Do not eat spicy foods and drink hot liquids
4. Avoid tobacco and smoking
5. Oral antibiotic for prevention of further oral infection
6. Softly brushing and flossing where root planning is done