Linking to a nonfederal website does not constitute an endorsement by cdc or any of its employees of the sponsors or the information and products presented on the website. There has been an increased interest in the use of these agents among disabled population as mechanical plaque control remains inadequate in. The use of a mannequin for demonstration, as well as the use of a disclosing agent to highlight plaque. Using chemicals to control microorganisms microbiology. Agents for the management of plaque and gingivitis s. The individual mechanical procedures for plaque control at home consist of use of tooth brushes, dental floss and gingival massage. Antibacterial agents in the control of supragingival plaque. Chemical agents for the control of plaque and plaque microflora. There has been an increased interest in the use of these agents among disabled population as mechanical plaque control remains inadequate in this group. In shortterm investigations, chemical plaque control oral rinsing twice a day with 0. Nevertheless, for the most common dental diseases, caries and periodontitis, there. Changing trends in oral hygeine and plaque control in children. The aim of the study was to compare the effect of mechanical cleaning regimen and a chemical plaque control regimen on the. Numerous chemical agents have been evaluated for the supplementation of patientdependent mechanical plaque control and thus the reduction or prevention of oral diseases.
Apr 01, 2016 mechanical plaque control is the mainstay for prevention of oral diseases, but it requires patient cooperation and motivation. It is commonly found between the teeth, on the front of teeth, behind teeth, on chewing surfaces, along the gumline, or below the gumline cervical margins. A dog dental water additive works by using chemicals, natural andor nonnatural depending on the brand, to break down plaque and minerals that collect in the dogs mouth. A prospective casecontrol study to assess and compare the. Huge assortment of examples to help you write an essay. A free powerpoint ppt presentation displayed as a flash slide show on.
This presentation provides an overview of the technologies available for the chemical control of plaque. Periodontology 2000 issn 090667 chemical plaque control prevention for the masses john m. Plaque control by mechanical means is laborious and time consuming. Chemical plaque control prevention for the masses moran. Pdf chemical agents for the control of plaque and plaque. Chemical plaque control agents are of limited therapeutic value and are more valuable in the preventive mode. Effective at high dilutions and in the presence of organic material 3. The plaquecontrol potential of commercially available amylase, lipase and protease was evaluated by observing their effects on coaggregation and on bacterial viability within various plaque microcosms. Plaque control it is the removal of microbial plaque and the prevention of its accumulation on the teeth and adjacent gingival tissues. Moran periodontal disease in its simplest form, chronic gingivitis, is certainly pandemic but is of such low morbidity that the case for prevention and indeed treatment is harder to sustain. Mechanical and chemical plaque control in the simultaneous. Antimicrobial agents used in the control of periodontal. Approaches to chemical supragingival plaque control 1 antiadhesive agents 2 antimicrobial agents 3 plaque removal agents 4 antipathogenic agents addy and moran 1997 16.
A quantitative coaggregation assay indicated that protease significantly inhibited the extent of coaggregation of actinomyces naeslundii and streptococcus oralis p. The chemical agents which act on the plaque ultrastructurally and prevent the formation of plaque are usefull in prevention than in a cure. Experimentally produced human gingivitis heals completely within one week when the same method is employed. Such agents also are of no value in the treatment of chronic periodontitis unless delivered directly into pockets by irrigation or sustaineddelivery vehicles. A meticulous, selfperformed, supragingival plaque control maintained over a 3 year period failed to prevent recurrent periodontitis. The number and variation of chemical agents evaluated are quite large but most have antiseptic or antimicrobial actions and success has been extremely variable. Ppt chemical plaque control powerpoint presentation. Mouth washes generally contain chemical substances that prevent the growth of bacteria present in the dental plaque. Pdf chemical plaque control strategies in the prevention of.
It is generally accepted that the formation of dental plaque at the interfaces of toothgingiva is one of the major causes of gingival. An in vitro evaluation of hydrolytic enzymes as dental plaque. Any mechanical or chemical plaque control regime positive control or. Abstract the bacteria forming pathogenic dental plaque on the tooth surfaces have long constituted a challenge for researchers with an interest in chemical degerming agents. So chemicals are used as adjuncts to mechanical means. Hence, it is imperative for the clinicians to update their knowledge in chemical antiplaque agents and other developments for the effective management of plaque biofilmassociated diseases. Chemical plaque control plaque dental plaque is defined as a highly specific variable structural entity formed by sequential colonization of microorganism on the tooth surface, epithelium and restorations.
Most interest in antibacterial agents has been in the control of plaquerelated diseases, particularly chronic gingivitis. Is an effective plaque inhibitory agent but less effective than chlorhexidine prevents development of gingivitis. Extrinsic discoloration of teeth has frequently been observed in connection with the use of chemical plaquepreventive agents. Management typically includes professionally administered plaque control, oral hygiene reinforcement, and addressing modifiable systemic or local factors. Hence, it is imperative for the clinicians to update their knowledge in chemical antiplaque agents and other developments for the effective. Effective compounds show persistence of action for many hours, notably chlorhexidine. Probably the most of import cariespreventive maps of spit are the flushing and neutralizing effects, normally. Pdf chemical plaque control prevention for the masses. The principle routes to chemical plaque control are to prevent colonization of the tooth surface, to inhibit the growth of microorganisms, the prevent plaque maturation, to modify plaque biochemistry and to modify plaque ecology to a less pathogenic. Chemical plaque control free download as powerpoint presentation. The microorganisms of plaque have been shown to be associated with both dental caries and periodontal disease. It is a sticky colorless deposit at first, but when it forms tartar, it is often brown or pale yellow. Chemical plaque control dentistry chemical substances.
Such control is not generally achieved by mechanical oral hygiene procedures alone. What its like to get a chemical peel for acne scars duration. A wide variety of chemicals can be used as disinfectants or antiseptics. Over a period of nearly four decades there has been quite intense interest in the use of chemical agents to control plaque and thereby gingivitis. As the plaque grows outside the vascularized tissues, most trials have been conducted with locally applied antibiotics and antiseptics. An in vitro evaluation of hydrolytic enzymes as dental. This article explores the critical analysis of various chemical plaque control strategies and the current trends in the control and prevention of dental. Chemical plaque control plaque dental plaque is defined as a. Stimulation of saliva consequences in a flushing consequence and the clearance of unwritten dust and noxious agents. Chemical plaque control and prevention of extrinsic tooth. Antibacterial agents in the control of supragingival. Strategies and agents in supragingival chemical plaque control. Antiadhesive agents pellicle surface to prevent the initial attachment of the primary plaqueforming bacteria.
Mechanical plaque removal remains the primary method used to prevent dental diseases and maintain oral health. Chemical antiplaque agents have been employed both in prevention and. A number of antimicrobial agents have been studied in respect to the control of supragingival plaque and they can be divided into bisguanide antiseptics, quaternary ammonium antiseptics, phenolic. Fluoride is added to toothpastes after discovering it significantly decreased dental cavities. Chemical agents for the control of plaque and plaque. Chemical methods of plaque control include use of mouthwashes and antibiotic preparations. Local delivery of antimicrobial agents to the oral cavity. Pdf chemical plaque control strategies in the prevention. The efficiency of dental plaque control measures based on. Concept and practice of plaquecontrol semantic scholar.
Apr 30, 2015 approaches to chemical supragingival plaque control 1 antiadhesive agents 2 antimicrobial agents 3 plaque removal agents 4 antipathogenic agents addy and moran 1997 16. This article explores the critical analysis of various chemical plaque control strategies and the current trends in the control and prevention of dental plaque biofilm. The principle routes to chemical plaque control are to prevent colonization. Chemical plaque control various chemical agents also work as adjuncts to mechanical plaque control for effective removal of dental plaque. Supragingival plaque, antiplaque agents, clinical efficacy, mode of action. The same pattern can be followed when fluoride is used in com. The efficiency of dental plaque control measures based on risk prediction, using modern prophylactic methods roxana vacaru, angela codruta podariu, daniela jumanca. Oct 14, 2019 a dog dental water additive works by using chemicals, natural andor nonnatural depending on the brand, to break down plaque and minerals that collect in the dogs mouth. A logical approach to the prevention of periodontal disease is through excellent supragingival plaque control. An in vitro evaluation of hydrolytic enzymes as dental plaque control agents ruth g. Mechanical plaque control is the mainstay for prevention of oral diseases, but it requires patient cooperation and motivation. An overview of current knowledge and future challenges as dental plaque is generally accepted to be the predominant etiologic factor in gingivitis and periodontal disease and a prerequisite for the development of caries, these observations opened a new field of research on prevention of.
Disclosing agents in dentistry are being used to identify bacterial plaque for instruction, evaluation and research purposes. But when approximal plaque control as practiced by the pt is insufficient, eo mouth rinse may be beneficial. Dental caries and periodontal disease are clearly not. Twice daily tooth brushing and once daily interdental cleaning with an interdental brush or dental floss are recommended, and adjunctive chemical plaque control agents such as. Understand and compare various chemicals used to control microbial growth, including their uses, advantages and disadvantages, chemical structure, and mode of action. Plaque control methods of plaque control mechanical. Singlemultiple enzymes can break up or disperse the plaque matrix nonenzymatic, dispersing, denatureing, modifying agents that can alter the structure or metabolic activity of the plaque. In the test group, the daily use of triclosan reduced the frequency of deep periodontal pockets, and the number of sites that exhibited additional probing attachment and bone loss. Scribd is the worlds largest social reading and publishing site. Dental plaque is a biofilm or mass of bacteria that grows on surfaces within the mouth.
This presentation includes chemicals which are widely accepted for use in dentistry for prevention as well as removal of plaque from tooth surfaces and appliance used in oral cavity. Use the link below to share a fulltext version of this article with your friends and colleagues. In addition to physical methods of microbial control, chemicals are also used to control microbial growth. Links with this icon indicate that you are leaving the cdc website the centers for disease control and prevention cdc cannot attest to the accuracy of a nonfederal website. Chemical plaque control plaque dental plaque is defined as a highly specific variable structural entity formed by sequential colonization of microorganism on the. Agents that can interfere with the attachment of all or some of the oral bacteria to the pellicle surface or to each other. Chemical plaque control and prevention of extrinsic tooth discoloration in vivo. Chemical agents in control of dental plaque in dentistry. Hence, it is imperative for the clinicians to update their knowledge in chemical antiplaque agents and other developments for the effective management of plaque. The effect of plaque control on gingivitis and periodontitis is welldocumented. The search for clinically effective antiplaque agents has been stimulated by findings in laboratory and animal studies of plaque dynamics. Preliminary investigations have indicated that oxidizing peroxymonosulfate may effectively reduce this discoloration without interfering with the plaquepreventive capacity of chlorhexidine. Antiadhesive agents pellicle surface to prevent the initial attachment of the primary plaque forming bacteria. Learn vocabulary, terms, and more with flashcards, games, and other study tools.