Abstract
The purpose of this study was to determine if patients prefer ultrasonic or hand instruments forperiodontal maintenance. A questionnaire of 13 items was answered by 469 patients in three periodontal offices. The results showed a strong preference (74%) for ultrasonic instruments. The possibility of increased compliance because of this preference is discussed.
| Original language | English (US) |
|---|---|
| Pages (from-to) | 567-573 |
| Number of pages | 7 |
| Journal | International Journal of Periodontics and Restorative Dentistry |
| Volume | 23 |
| Issue number | 6 |
| State | Published - Dec 1 2003 |
| Externally published | Yes |
All Science Journal Classification (ASJC) codes
- Oral Surgery
- Periodontics
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Croft, L. K., Nunn, M. E., Crawford, L. C., Holbrook, T. E., McGuire, M. K., Kerger, M. M., & Zacek, G. A. (2003). Patient Preference for Ultrasonic or Hand Instruments in Periodontal Maintenance. International Journal of Periodontics and Restorative Dentistry, 23(6), 567-573.