Clinical and microbiological effects of quadrant versus full-mouth root planing—A randomized study

Background/purpose: Periodontitis is a destructive inflammatory disease of the tooth-supporting tissues caused mainly by Gram-negative microorganisms. Disruption and removal of the subgingival biofilm are the primary objectives of cause-related initial periodontal therapy. The aim of this study was...

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Main Authors: Tanja Predin, Milanko Djuric, Nadja Nikolic, Jelena Mirnic, Ivana Gusic, Djordje Petrovic, Jelena Milasin
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Elsevier 2014-12-01
Series:Journal of Dental Sciences
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Online Access:http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1991790213001323