What does Plaque Control Record measure?

What does Plaque Control Record measure?

• A. Measures % of surfaces with Calculus
• B. Measures Gingival Inflammation
• C. Measures % of surfaces with plaque (all teeth)
• D. Measures Tooth Eruption Rate

Answer: (C)

Plaque Control Record measures the presence of plaque on tooth surfaces across the mouth. After using a disclosing agent, you assess each tooth surface (usually four per tooth) and mark whether plaque is present. The result is expressed as a percentage: (plaque-positive surfaces ÷ total surfaces examined) × 100. This shows how much of the mouth’s surfaces are covered with plaque, reflecting oral hygiene status and the effectiveness of plaque-control efforts. It’s distinct from measures of calculus, gingival inflammation, or eruption rate, which assess different dental conditions.

Plaque Control Record measures the presence of plaque on tooth surfaces across the mouth. After using a disclosing agent, you assess each tooth surface (usually four per tooth) and mark whether plaque is present. The result is expressed as a percentage: (plaque-positive surfaces ÷ total surfaces examined) × 100. This shows how much of the mouth’s surfaces are covered with plaque, reflecting oral hygiene status and the effectiveness of plaque-control efforts. It’s distinct from measures of calculus, gingival inflammation, or eruption rate, which assess different dental conditions.