Paulo Seacute;rgio Gomes Henriques Author
Subjects of specialization
Affiliation
Periodontology, Dental Public Health
Department of Periodontology, S
Dr. Paulo Sérgio Perri de Carvalho, is currently working in the Department of Periodontology, São Leopoldo Mandic School of Dentistry. His areas of research interests include Dental Public Health, Medical & Health Profession Education, Periodontology, Periodontics, Oral Health, Bone Mineral Density, Bone Regeneration, Periodontal Regeneration, Periodontal Surgery etc.,
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Author(s): 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»