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Dental Plaque

A film that attaches to teeth, often causing DENTAL CARIES and GINGIVITIS. It is composed of MUCINS, secreted from salivary glands, and microorganisms.
Also Known As:
Plaque, Dental
Networked: 2990 relevant articles (143 outcomes, 458 trials/studies)

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Disease Context: Research Results

Related Diseases

1. Gingivitis
2. Inflammation (Inflammations)
3. Dental Caries (Decay, Dental)
4. Hemorrhage
5. Periodontitis

Experts

1. Sreenivasan, Prem K: 16 articles (12/2021 - 10/2006)
2. Xu, Hockin H K: 16 articles (01/2019 - 07/2012)
3. Weir, Michael D: 14 articles (01/2019 - 07/2012)
4. Cheng, Lei: 12 articles (01/2020 - 07/2012)
5. Cury, J A: 11 articles (01/2012 - 01/2000)
6. DeVizio, William: 11 articles (07/2011 - 01/2002)
7. Zhou, Xuedong: 9 articles (01/2019 - 07/2012)
8. Lingström, Peter: 8 articles (12/2017 - 06/2007)
9. Twetman, Svante: 8 articles (01/2017 - 10/2002)
10. Gupta, Devanand: 8 articles (07/2015 - 03/2014)

Drugs and Biologics

Drugs and Important Biological Agents (IBA) related to Dental Plaque:
1. ChlorhexidineIBA
2. MouthwashesIBA
3. Dentifrices (Dentifrice)IBA
4. FluoridesIBA
5. Triclosan (pHisoHex)FDA Link
6. AcidsIBA
7. Volatile Oils (Essential Oils)IBA
8. cytidylyl-(3'-5')-cytidine (CpC)IBA
9. ToothpastesIBA
10. SolutionsIBA

Therapies and Procedures

1. Oral Hygiene (Dental Hygiene)
2. Toothbrushing
3. Therapeutics
4. Home Care Dental Devices (Dental Floss)
5. Fixed Orthodontic Appliances