Microbial interpretation of plaque relative to the diagnosis and treatment of periodontal disease.

L. F. Wolff, M. B. Bakdash, C. L. Bandt

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Abstract

It has been suggested that monitoring microbial forms in plaque with the microscope may prove useful to the clinician in assessing periodontal status. In this regard, the microbial interpretation of plaque relative to the diagnosis and treatment of periodontal disease has recently received considerable attention. However, questions remain to be answered before the microscope is accepted for routine use in the diagnosis and treatment of periodontal disease. This report addresses a number of these questions surrounding the use of the microscope in evaluating plaque and its role in the diagnosis and treatment of periodontal disease.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Pages (from-to)281-284
Number of pages4
JournalJournal of periodontology
Volume56
Issue number5
DOIs
StatePublished - May 1985
Externally publishedYes

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