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Effect of tooth cleaning procedures on gingival sulcus depth
Author(s) -
Wolfram Klaus,
Egelbeeg Jan,
Hornbuckle Conrad,
Oliver Richard,
Rathbun Eugene
Publication year - 1974
Publication title -
journal of periodontal research
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 1.31
H-Index - 83
eISSN - 1600-0765
pISSN - 0022-3484
DOI - 10.1111/j.1600-0765.1974.tb00652.x
Subject(s) - gingival sulcus , sulcus , dentistry , medicine , gingival and periodontal pocket , tooth brushing , orthodontics , periodontitis , surgery , toothbrush , materials science , brush , composite material
The effect of tooth cleaning procedures on the gingival sulcus has been investigated. Clinically healthy gingivae from thirty‐two maxillary anterior teeth of eight individuals served as experimental sites. Measurements were obtained from zinc‐oxide eugenol impressions of the sulcular area. Subsequent to periods of tooth‐brushing, the presence of a gingival sulcus could generally be demonstrated. This was observed for the Roll as well as for the Bass method of brushing. Following no‐brushing periods, during which chlorhexidine plaque control was exercised, a reduction in sulcus depths and often a disappearance of the sulcus was noted. It is suggested that the presence of a gingival sulcus may be the consequence of mechanical agitation from toothbrushing.