Prevention of Periodontal Diseases

Autor: Andrew R. Dentino, Moawia M. Kassab, Erica J. Renner
Rok vydání: 2005
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Zdroj: Dental Clinics of North America. 49:573-594
ISSN: 0011-8532
DOI: 10.1016/j.cden.2005.03.005
Popis: The ultimate goal of periodontal disease prevention is to maintain the dentition over a lifetime in a state of health, comfort, and function in an aesthetically pleasing presentation. This article focuses on primary and secondary periodontal disease prevention as they relate to gingivitis and periodontitis. Risk assessment, mechanical plaque control, chemical plaque control, current clinical recommendations for optimal prevention, and future preventive strategies are discussed.
Databáze: OpenAIRE