Disclosing and plaque indices Flashcards
1
Q
How do we work out turesky score?
A
Sum of plaque from all surface/total number of surfaces
2
Q
What does Turesky code 0 mean?
A
No plaque
3
Q
What does Turesky Code 1 mean?
A
Individual flecks of plaque around the cervical margin
4
Q
What does Turesky score 2 mean?
A
Continuous band of plaque <1mm from gingival margin
5
Q
What does Turesky code 3 mean?
A
1mm–1/3 of tooth covered in plaque
6
Q
What does Turesky code 4 mean?
A
1/3-2/3 covered in plaque
7
Q
What does turesky code 5 mean?
A
Whole coronal aspect of tooth covered in plaque
8
Q
What materials are required for plaque disclosing?
A
Vaseline Disclosing solution Cotton pledgets Dappen's pot Tweezers Mouth mirror
9
Q
What colour is plaque with two tone
A
Newer biofilm is less than 3 days old - RED
Older biofilm more than 3 days old - BLUE
10
Q
Describe the application procedure for plaque disclosing.
A
- Pt medical history checked and updated.
- Explanation of procedure and consent gained.
- Intra-oral check.
- Ask pt to rinse if necessary to remove food particles and heavy saliva.
- Apply lubricant to lips - vaseline
- Dry the teeth with 3-in-1 or cotton rolls (this can be omitted).
- Use a cotton wool pellet/tweezers (lockable), micro-brush or brush.
- Apply to all areas. Always protect the pt, especially clothing and extra-oral soft tissues; use mouth mirror to prevent spillage when transferring from solution to pt’s teeth.
- Examine distributions; ask pt to rinse gently.
