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A simple method for monitoring mutans streptococci in young children.

Abstract
The study assessed the practicability of the Dentocult-SM STRIP MUTANS test in children, using dental floss to transfer the dental plaque to the strip. The subjects were children of 2-3 yr (n = 365) and 5-6 yr (n = 398). The mutans streptococci count on the strip was found to be a good indicator of infection and was surprisingly accurate in the prediction of the 3-yr caries increment.
AuthorsK Pienihäkkinen, J Jokela
JournalEuropean journal of oral sciences (Eur J Oral Sci) Vol. 103 Issue 1 Pg. 61-2 (Feb 1995) ISSN: 0909-8836 [Print] England
PMID7600252 (Publication Type: Journal Article, Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't)
Topics
  • Chi-Square Distribution
  • Child
  • Child, Preschool
  • Dental Caries Activity Tests (instrumentation, methods)
  • Dental Devices, Home Care
  • Dental Plaque (microbiology)
  • Humans
  • Predictive Value of Tests
  • Specimen Handling (instrumentation)
  • Streptococcus mutans (isolation & purification)

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