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Patient preference for ultrasonic or hand instruments in periodontal maintenance
Lloyd K Croft1, Martha E Nunn, Lana C Crawford
1Department of Periodontics, The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, Dental School, Texas 78229-3900, USA.
Abstract:
The purpose of this study was to determine if patients prefer ultrasonic or hand instruments for periodontal maintenance. A questionnaire of 13 items was answered by 469 patients in three periodontal offices. The results showed a strong preference (74%) for ultrasonic instruments. The possibility of increased compliance because of this preference is discussed.
