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[Current status of plaque indexes].
L Checchi1, L Trombelli, G A Pelliccioni
1Università degli Studi di Bologna.
Prevenzione & Assistenza Dentale
|May 1, 1991
Summary
This study evaluates dental plaque quantification methods. It reviews current dental plaque indices used in research and clinical practice.
Area of Science:
- Dentistry
- Microbiology
Context:
- Dental plaque is a biofilm crucial to oral health.
- Accurate quantification of dental plaque is essential for assessing oral hygiene and treatment efficacy.
Purpose:
- To evaluate current methodologies for dental plaque quantification.
- To review and present the dental plaque indices utilized in scientific literature and clinical settings.
Summary:
- The article provides a literature review on dental plaque quantification.
- It discusses various plaque indices and their application in assessing biofilm levels.
Impact:
- This review aids researchers and clinicians in selecting appropriate methods for dental plaque assessment.
- Understanding plaque quantification is vital for advancing oral hygiene strategies and periodontal disease research.