Journal of the korean academy of Pediatric Dentistry (대한소아치과학회지)
- Volume 24 Issue 4
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- Pages.743-750
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- 1997
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- 1226-8496(pISSN)
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- 2288-3819(eISSN)
MANAGEMENT OF GINGIVITIS MANIFESTED IN THE PEDIATRIC ORTHODONTIC PATIENTS BY P.M.T.C. METHOD: CASE REPORT
소아교정 환자의 치은염 개선을 위한 P.M.T.C.의 적용증례
- Kang, Yong-Joo (Department of Pediatric Dentistry, School of Dentistry, Dankook University) ;
- Kim, Jong-Soo (Department of Pediatric Dentistry, School of Dentistry, Dankook University) ;
- Kim, Yong-Kee (Department of Pediatric Dentistry, School of Dentistry, Dankook University)
- Published : 1997.11.29
Abstract
Gingivitis is the most prevalent type of periodontal disease and the dental plaque is considered as a major contributory factor. As the poor oral hygiene is firmly related to the occurrence of periodontal disease, pediatric dentist should make every effort to promote the oral health and control the plaque effectively for the high risk patients, especially for those who are under orthodontic treatment. P.M.T.C.(Professional Mechanical Tooth Cleaning), introduced by Dr. P. Axelsson in 1969, is a very effective method of plaque removal and can be performed by specially trained personnel. Two pediatric orthodontic patients were treated by P.M.T.C. for the elimination of gingivitis and gingival swelling. Signi ficant improvements of gingival condition were achieved in both cases but additional preventive programs and home care along with professional office care seem to be necessary for the best result.
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