Before scaling/root planing or oral surgery, a client's absolute neutrophil count should be equal to or greater than 1000/mm³. The platelet count should be equal to or greater than 50,000/mm³.

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To protect a client from risk of systemic infection, he or she should have an absolute neutrophil count of at least 1000/mm³. A platelet count of at least 50,000/mm³ is necessary to prevent risk of bleeding.

Before Scaling/root Planing or Oral Surgery, a Client's Absolute Neutrophil