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An accurate, time-efficient method to assess plaque accumulation

B L Butler1, O Morejon, S B Low

  • 1Department of Periodontology, University of Washington College of Dentistry, Seattle, USA.

Journal of the American Dental Association (1939)
|December 1, 1996
PubMed
Summary

The Plaque Assessment Scoring System (PASS) is a fast and accurate method for assessing plaque control, comparable to the O'Leary Plaque Control Record. This simplified index significantly reduces examination time for dental professionals.

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Area of Science:

  • Dental Hygiene
  • Periodontology
  • Clinical Dentistry

Background:

  • Effective plaque control is crucial for preventing periodontal disease.
  • Accurate assessment of plaque levels guides patient treatment and motivation.
  • Existing plaque indices may vary in time efficiency and ease of use.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To compare the accuracy and time efficiency of the Plaque Assessment Scoring System (PASS) against the O'Leary Plaque Control Record.
  • To evaluate PASS as a potentially more time-efficient alternative for plaque assessment.

Main Methods:

  • A study involving 35 participants was conducted.
  • Both the Plaque Assessment Scoring System (PASS) and the O'Leary Plaque Control Record were used for plaque assessment.
  • The time taken to complete each assessment was recorded.

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Main Results:

  • A strong correlation was found between the plaque scores obtained using PASS and the O'Leary index.
  • The mean time for the PASS examination was significantly lower (1.47 minutes) compared to the O'Leary index (7.07 minutes).

Conclusions:

  • The Plaque Assessment Scoring System (PASS) demonstrates comparable accuracy to the O'Leary Plaque Control Record.
  • PASS offers a substantial time-saving advantage in plaque assessment, making it a more efficient clinical tool.