Investigation of Plaque Formation by Scanning Electron Microscopy

Authors: ECE KOPARAL, RENGİN TÜTÜNCÜ

Abstract: The aim of this study was to investigate plaque formation on natural tooth surfaces by a replica technique, which offers investigation of oral hard tissue surfaces by scanning electron microscopy. This method is recommended in cases where direct investigation is impossible such as when non- extracted teeth are investigated or when extracted teeth are expected to be influenced by the dehydration and drying process. The representative photographs demonstrate the accumulation of plaque in two days.

Keywords: Replica technique, scanning electron microscope, dental plaque.

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