Dental Health: Current ResearchISSN: 2470-0886

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Hugo Roberto Lewgoy Author

Subjects of specialization
Oral Diseases, Composite Resins, Restorative Dentistry, Biomaterials

Affiliation
School of Dentistry, University of S

Biography

Dr. Hugo Roberto Lewgoy, is currently working in the Department of Dentistry,School of Dentistry, University of São Paulo, Brazil. Dr. Hugo Roberto Lewgoy,  areas of research interests include Biomaterials, Restorative Dentistry, Composite Resins, Oral Diseases, Dental health etc.,


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Comparison between Interdental Brush and Dental Floss for Controlling Interproximal Biofilm in Teeth and Implants

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Mariana Luz, Maria Fátima Guarizo Klingbeil, Paulo Sérgio Gomes Henriques and Hugo Roberto Lewgoy

Comparison between Interdental Brush and Dental Floss for Controlling Interproximal Biofilm in Teeth and Implants

The presence of dental biofilm is the primary etiological factor in the development of periodontal disease. Dental floss and interdental brushes as adjuncts to dental hygiene provides a greater benefit for disrupting the oral biofilm in the interproximal areas. To compare the use of an interdental brush and dental floss for controlling the dental biofilm around teeth and implants, twelve volunteers (men and women) aged 18 to 50 years were randomly selected. During the first thirty days, patients used the conventional Bass method of brushing associated with cleaning the interproximal space only with dental tape. At the end of this month, a new plaque ... view moreĀ»

DOI: 10.4172/2470-0886.1000119

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