Periodontics | Prevention & Maintenance | INBDE, ADAT
TLDRIn this final video of the periodontal series, Ryan discusses the importance of proper oral hygiene to prevent periodontal disease. He emphasizes the Bass method of tooth brushing, which involves angling the bristles at the gingival margin and gently brushing to disrupt plaque without causing damage. Ryan also highlights the significance of flossing correctly using the C-shaped floss method and the use of a Waterpik for flushing out food debris, although it does not remove plaque. The video concludes with a review of epidemiological facts about periodontitis, noting that chronic periodontitis is most prevalent among males of African descent, and the importance of a maintenance schedule post non-surgical therapy. Ryan stresses that patient compliance with oral hygiene and regular visits is crucial for managing periodontal health.
Takeaways
- 📚 This is the final video in the periodontal series, with an upcoming bonus video featuring practice questions.
- 🦷 The video covers treatments for periodontal disease and preventive measures that patients can take at home.
- 🪥 Brushing technique is crucial, with the Bass method being the most effective and recommended by dental schools and board examiners.
- 📐 The Bass method involves a 45-degree angle brushing at the gingival margin to disrupt plaque without causing damage.
- 💧 Gentle brushing is emphasized over aggressive scrubbing to prevent gingival recession and tooth abrasion.
- 🔍 Soft nylon bristle brushes are recommended to minimize trauma to gingival tissues, with a suggestion to replace brushes every three to six months.
- 🧵 Flossing is essential for preventing gum disease, and proper flossing technique involves using a C-shaped method to clean each tooth surface.
- 🤲 The correct way to hold floss is with about a foot and a half wrapped around the middle fingers, held tightly between the thumb and second finger.
- 💦 Waterpik, a home water irrigation system, helps flush out food debris and reduce bacterial load but does not remove plaque, thus not preventing periodontal disease.
- 📊 Epidemiology facts for the board exam highlight that chronic periodontitis is the most prevalent, with males of African descent being the most commonly affected group.
- 🗓️ Maintenance schedules are crucial, with reevaluation occurring 4-8 weeks after therapy and regular visits every 3-6 months depending on the severity of the condition.
Q & A
What is the focus of the last video in the periodontal series?
-The focus of the last video is to cover treatments a patient could receive at the clinic and to discuss measures a patient can take at home to resolve and prevent periodontal disease.
What is the Bass method of tooth brushing?
-The Bass method is a technique taught at most dental schools and considered the best method of tooth brushing. It involves Sulcular brushing where the bristles are placed at a 45-degree angle to the tooth, extending about half a millimeter subgingival to effectively disrupt plaque.
Why is the 45-degree angle important in the Bass method?
-The 45-degree angle is important because it allows the bristles to enter just barely into the gingival sulcus, enabling effective disruption of plaque without causing gingival recession or abrasion of tooth structure.
What type of toothbrush bristles are recommended for effective brushing?
-Soft nylon bristle brushes are recommended as they are less likely to traumatize gingival tissues compared to hard-bristled brushes.
How often should one replace their toothbrush according to the video?
-While it is suggested to replace brushes every three months, the video mentions that every six months is also a perfectly reasonable timeframe.
What is the correct way to floss according to the video?
-The correct way to floss, known as the C-shaped floss method, involves curving the floss into a C-shape against the side of the tooth and then gently rubbing up and down along the side of each tooth to clean all surfaces.
What is the role of a Waterpik in oral hygiene?
-A Waterpik is a home water irrigation system designed to flush out gross food debris and reduce bacterial load on the gingiva. However, it does not remove plaque from teeth and thus does not prevent periodontal disease.
What is the most prevalent type of periodontitis?
-Chronic periodontitis is the most prevalent type, followed by localized aggressive, generalized aggressive, and lastly, refractory cases of periodontitis.
Which demographic is most commonly affected by periodontitis?
-Males of African descent are most commonly affected by periodontitis, which is also a demographic where diabetes is commonly found.
When should a patient be reevaluated after non-surgical therapy for periodontal disease?
-A periodontal reevaluation should occur four to eight weeks after phase 1 non-surgical therapy is completed.
What is the recommended maintenance schedule for patients after the first year of periodontal treatment?
-Patients should be seen for visits every three months for the first year, and then they can come in for three-month recalls, four-month recalls, or six-month recalls, with more frequent visits for patients with more severe cases of periodontitis.
Why is patient compliance with oral hygiene and maintenance visits important?
-Patient compliance with oral hygiene and the proper frequency of maintenance visits have profound effects on disease and health, making patient motivation and compliance as important, if not more important, than what is done in the clinic.
Outlines
🦷 Oral Hygiene Techniques and Preventing Periodontal Disease
Ryan introduces the final video in the periodontal series, focusing on treatments for the clinic and home measures to prevent periodontal disease. He emphasizes the importance of proper tooth brushing using the Bass method, which involves angling the bristles at the gingival margin and using a gentle motion to disrupt plaque. The video also covers the significance of flossing correctly with the C-shaped floss method and the use of a Waterpik as an adjunct to oral hygiene. Additionally, Ryan discusses the prevalence of different types of periodontitis and the importance of patient compliance with oral hygiene and maintenance visits.
📚 Periodontal Disease Epidemiology and Maintenance
This paragraph provides key epidemiological facts about periodontitis, highlighting that chronic periodontitis is the most prevalent, particularly among males of African descent. It also touches on the correlation with diabetes in this demographic. The paragraph concludes with a reiteration of the importance of a maintenance schedule for periodontal health, with reevaluations recommended four to eight weeks after non-surgical therapy and periodic visits every three to six months depending on the severity of the condition. Ryan stresses that patient motivation and compliance are crucial for effective periodontal care.
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Keywords
💡Periodontal disease
💡Bass method
💡Flossing
💡Waterpik
💡Chronic periodontitis
💡Aggressive periodontitis
💡Refractory periodontitis
💡Maintenance schedule
💡Patient compliance
💡Gingival recession
💡Tooth abrasion
Highlights
This is the final video in the periodontal series focusing on new content for the board exam, with a bonus video of practice questions to follow.
The video covers treatments patients can receive at the clinic and measures to prevent periodontal disease at home.
Brushing teeth is important, with emphasis on the Bass method being the most effective and recommended technique.
The Bass method involves Sulcular brushing at a 45-degree angle to disrupt plaque without causing damage to the gums or tooth structure.
Soft nylon bristle brushes are recommended to minimize trauma to the gingival tissues.
It is suggested to replace toothbrushes every three to six months.
Aggressive brushing or using hard-bristled brushes can lead to common issues like gingival recession and tooth abrasion.
Flossing is crucial for preventing gum disease and should be done correctly using the C-shaped floss method.
The C-shaped floss method involves curving the floss around the tooth and gently rubbing up and down to clean each surface.
Flossing behind the back teeth is often overlooked but is essential as plaque accumulates there.
The Waterpik is an effective home irrigation system for flushing out food debris and reducing bacterial load, but it does not remove plaque.
Epidemiology facts for the board exam include the prevalence of chronic periodontitis being the highest among males of African descent.
The periodontal reevaluation should occur four to eight weeks after phase 1 non-surgical therapy.
Patients should be seen for maintenance visits every three months for the first year, then every three to six months thereafter.
Patient compliance with oral hygiene and maintenance visits significantly impacts disease management and health.
Motivation and compliance are as important as clinical procedures in periodontal health.
The series concludes with a reminder to watch the upcoming bonus video featuring practice questions.
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