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Supervised deplaquing and improved gingival health in a school program.

H R Englander

    Journal of Periodontology
    |August 1, 1979
    PubMed
    Summary

    Daily supervised tooth brushing and flossing significantly reduced plaque and gingivitis in school children. Children not practicing daily oral hygiene showed increased plaque and gingivitis scores over the study period.

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    Area of Science:

    • Pediatric Dentistry
    • Oral Hygiene Research

    Background:

    • Dental plaque accumulation is a primary cause of gingivitis.
    • Effective oral hygiene practices are crucial for preventing dental diseases in children.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To evaluate the impact of supervised daily plaque removal on gingivitis and plaque scores in adolescents.
    • To compare oral health outcomes between a group practicing daily hygiene and a control group.

    Main Methods:

    • 205 school children (aged 12-16) received intensive education on plaque removal using floss and toothbrushes.
    • Supervised daily oral hygiene was performed for 3.5 months.
    • A control group of 239 children did not practice daily plaque removal.

    Main Results:

    • Clinically and statistically significant reductions in mean plaque and gingivitis scores were observed in the intervention group.
    • The control group exhibited significant increases in plaque and gingivitis scores.
    • Daily supervised plaque removal demonstrated a clear positive effect on oral health.

    Conclusions:

    • Intensive patient education and supervised daily plaque removal are effective in reducing gingivitis and plaque in school children.
    • Consistent daily oral hygiene is essential for maintaining good oral health and preventing disease progression in adolescents.

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