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Assessment of plaque by image analysis
Author(s) -
Eaton K. A.,
Kieser J. B.,
Baker R.
Publication year - 1985
Publication title -
journal of clinical periodontology
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 3.456
H-Index - 151
eISSN - 1600-051X
pISSN - 0303-6979
DOI - 10.1111/j.1600-051x.1985.tb01372.x
Subject(s) - dentistry , biomedical engineering , computer science , medicine
The uneven distribution and pattern of staining, revealed on root‐planed, periodontally‐involved root surfaces by the application of a plaque‐disclosing solution, precludes the use of conventional plaque scoring indices or other methods of assessment based on planimetric and gravimetric techniques. A method has been developed and evaluated to quantify stained areas using image analysis. The method is reproducible, with an error factor of 1.32%, and represents a comparatively simple yet effective technique for quantifying plaque on irregular root surface areas.