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Which of the following is NOT a process influenced by chemical agents in the treatment of periodontal disease?
Which of the following is NOT a process influenced by chemical agents in the treatment of periodontal disease?
- Antimicrobial
- Plaque removal
- Antiadhesive
- Antipathogenic (correct)
What are adjunctive aids for plaque control?
What are adjunctive aids for plaque control?
- Interdental cleaning
- Brushing and scaling
- Root planing
- Chemical agents (correct)
Which category of adjunctive aids is disclosing agents classified under?
Which category of adjunctive aids is disclosing agents classified under?
- Aids for supragingival plaque control (correct)
- Mouthrinses
- Toothpaste
- Aids for subgingival plaque control
What do disclosing agents evaluate?
What do disclosing agents evaluate?
Which of the following is an example of a disclosing substance?
Which of the following is an example of a disclosing substance?
Which of the following is NOT a benefit of using chemical agents in the treatment of periodontal disease?
Which of the following is NOT a benefit of using chemical agents in the treatment of periodontal disease?
Which category of adjunctive aids is toothpaste classified under?
Which category of adjunctive aids is toothpaste classified under?
What is the purpose of disclosing agents in periodontal treatment?
What is the purpose of disclosing agents in periodontal treatment?
What are disclosing substances used for?
What are disclosing substances used for?
What are adjunctive aids for plaque control?
What are adjunctive aids for plaque control?
Flashcards
Antipathogenic
Antipathogenic
Chemical agents used in periodontal treatment are designed to control oral bacteria, not eliminate them.
What are adjunctive aids for plaque control?
What are adjunctive aids for plaque control?
Adjunctive aids are supplemental tools, not primary treatments, used to enhance plaque control.
How do disclosing agents work?
How do disclosing agents work?
Disclosing agents are visual indicators of plaque presence, helping patients and hygienists see what needs cleaning.
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What do chemical agents NOT do?
What do chemical agents NOT do?
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Type of adjunctive aid for plaque control?
Type of adjunctive aid for plaque control?
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Purpose of disclosing agents
Purpose of disclosing agents
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What are disclosing substances for?
What are disclosing substances for?
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Adjunctive aids for plaque control
Adjunctive aids for plaque control
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Supragingival irrigating devices
Supragingival irrigating devices
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Study Notes
Periodontal Disease Treatment
- Antibiotics, antiseptics, and antifungals are examples of chemical agents used in the treatment of periodontal disease.
- However, tooth whitening is NOT a process influenced by chemical agents in the treatment of periodontal disease.
Adjunctive Aids for Plaque Control
- Adjunctive aids for plaque control include disclosing agents and toothpaste.
- Disclosing agents are classified under the category of chemical agents.
- Toothpaste is classified under the category of mechanical agents.
Disclosing Agents
- Disclosing agents evaluate the effectiveness of plaque control.
- Examples of disclosing substances include two-tone disclosing solutions and fluorescein.
- The purpose of disclosing agents in periodontal treatment is to reveal the presence of plaque.
- Disclosing substances are used to stain plaque making it visible for removal.
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Test your knowledge on chemical plaque control in periodontology with this quiz! Learn about the various ways chemical agents can influence plaque and their role as adjunctive therapy in treating periodontal disease. Explore topics such as antiadhesive properties, antimicrobial effects, plaque removal, and more. Challenge yourself and enhance your understanding of chemical plaque control in periodontics.
