Research Catalog

Title

Plaque and calculus removal : considerations for the professional / David L. Cochran, Kenneth L. Kalkwarf, Michael A. Brunsvold ; with Carol Brooks.

Author

Cochran, David L. (David Lee), 1952-

Publication

Chicago : Quintessence Pub. Co., [1994], ©1994.

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Additional Authors

• Brooks, Carol.
• Brunsvold, Michael A.
• Kalkwarf, Kenneth L.

Description

x, 109 pages : illustrations (some color); 25 cm

Alternative Title

Plaque & calculus removal.

Subject

• Dental Deposits > therapy
• Dental Prophylaxis
• Dental calculus
• Dental plaque
• Dental prophylaxis

Note

• Cover title: Plaque & calculus removal.

Bibliography (note)

• Includes bibliographical references and index.

Contents

1. Rationale for Plaque and Calculus Removal. Plaque. Calculus -- 2. Mechanical Removal of Plaque and Calculus by the Patient. Toothbrushes. Brushing Techniques. Other Toothbrushing Considerations. Interdental Cleansing. Interdental Devices. Interdental Brushes. Single-tufted Brushes. Other Mechanical Aids -- 3. Mechanical Removal of Plaque and Calculus by the Professional. Mechanical Instrumentation. Electronic Instrumentation. Abrasives. Calculus Removal. Pre-instrumentation Rinsing. Instrumentation. Adjuncts for Professional Calculus Removal. Scaling/Root Planing for Special Patients -- 4. Powered Instruments. 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 -- 7. Implant Considerations. Implants and Oral Hygiene. Plaque Removal on Implant Surfaces.

ISBN

0867152850

LCCN

94017876

Owning Institutions

Columbia University Libraries