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Chemical plaque control - A brief review
Tarun Vyas1, Garima Bhatt2, Abhishek Gaur3
1Department of Oral Medicine and Radiology, RR Dental College and Hospital, Udaipur, Rajasthan, India.
Journal of Family Medicine and Primary Care
|June 14, 2021
Summary
Preventing dental plaque, a mix of bacteria and salivary polymers on teeth, is key to avoiding periodontal diseases. Early plaque control is essential for maintaining oral health and preventing serious gum conditions.
Area of Science:
- Oral microbiology
- Periodontology
- Preventive dentistry
Background:
- Dental plaque is a complex microbial biofilm on tooth surfaces.
- Maintaining oral health is a significant public health concern.
- Preventive measures are crucial for managing various diseases.
Purpose of the Study:
- To highlight the importance of dental plaque prevention.
- To establish plaque prevention as a primary management strategy for periodontal diseases.
Main Methods:
- Literature review on dental plaque and periodontal disease.
- Analysis of the role of plaque in oral health.
Main Results:
- Dental plaque is a primary etiological factor in periodontal diseases.
- Effective plaque prevention strategies are vital for oral health maintenance.
Conclusions:
- Plaque prevention is an efficient method for treating and avoiding periodontal diseases.
- It serves as a critical component in the primary management of gingival and periodontal conditions.
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