Local anesthesia is used to ensure comfort during the procedure, and most patients experience only mild soreness afterward.

Initial healing usually occurs within a week, though full recovery depends on individual gum health.

Yes, by managing gum disease, curettage can help prevent further gum and bone damage, reducing the risk of tooth loss.

While scaling and root planing focus on cleaning plaque and tartar, curettage specifically removes diseased tissue from gum pockets.