The Effectiveness of Individualized Oral Hygiene Education in Preventing Dental Diseases: A Clinical Study.

ABSTRACT: Background: Without mechanical cleaning, gingivitis can develop within three weeks. The first clinical sign is bleeding on positive probing. The accumulation of dental biofilm triggers an inflammatory gingival response. In the past decade, attention has focused mainly on interproximal areas and the use of customized interproximal toothbrushes. The aim of this study was to evaluate the effectiveness of individualized oral hygiene education and its role in dental disease prevention among patients with dental problems. Methods: Altogether, 102 patients, 38 males and 64 females, were included in the study. All patients were aged over 18 years. Before treatment, patients were clinically and radiologically examined, their full mouth plaque score (FMPS), full mouth bleeding score (F

SUBMITTER: Simon F 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11431985 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature