[The cleansing phase of periodontal therapy].

Having substantiated the need for treatment and having explained the treatment plan, the author describes the contents of the hygienizing phase of periodontal therapy. Now as before, great importance is attached to tooth-cleaning. The Charter technique is recommended for the periodontally diseased dentition. Mineralized deposits on teeth may be removed by means of hand instruments or ultrasonics. Various modifications of balneotherapy are indicated for all diseases of the tooth-supporting structures. The mechanotherapy supports the stomatological efforts towards oral health rehabilitation and prevents recurrences.