1. Rationale for Plaque and Calculus Removal

Plaque
Significance of Plaque; Plaque Formation; Bacterial Composition;
Dental Stains; Plaque Removal
Calculus
Scaling/Root Planing; Closed/Open Scaling and Root Planing

2. Mechanical Removal of Plaque and Calculus by the Patient

Toothbrushes
Brushing Techniques
Other Toothbrushing Considerations
Interdental Cleansing
Interdental Devices
Dental Floss; Flossing Techniques
Interdental Brushes
Single-tufted Brushes
Other Mechanical Aids
Irrigators; Abrasives; Additional Devices

3. Mechanical Removal of Plaque and Calculus by the Professional

Mechanical Instrumentation
Electronic Instrumentation
Abrasives
Calculus Removal
Evaluation; Pain Control
Pre-instrumentation Rinsing
Instrumentation
Hand/Mechanical Instruments; Limitations of Hand/Mechanical Instrumentation
Adjuncts for Professional Calculus Removal
Magnification; Illumination; Papillae Reflection; Root Sensitivity
Scaling/Root Planing for Special Patients
Cardiac Considerations; Infectious Diseases

4. Powered Instruments

Ultrasonic Instruments
Mechanism of Action; Indications and Limitations; Guidelines for Use;
Effects on Teeth and Other Oral Tissues; Comparison of Ultrasonics to Hand Instruments; Modified Ultrasonic Instruments
Sonic Instruments
Air Polishing Devices
Rotating Instruments

5. Maintenance of Instruments

Sharpening Rationale
Sharpening Techniques
Sterilization

6. Chemotherapeutic Removal of Plaque and Calculus

Chlorhexidine
Essential Oils
Non-ADA Approved Agents
Stannous Fluoride; Sanguinarine; Oxygenating Agents;
Prebrushing Rinse; Quaternary Ammonium Compounds

7. Implant Considerations

Implants and Oral Hygiene
Plaque Removal on Implant Surfaces

Index


Copyright (c) 1994 by Quintessence Publishing Co, Inc. Reproduced with permission.