Application of Computer Software for Objective Evaluation of Changes in Size and Colour of Gingiva after Scaling and Root Planing
Journal Title: International Journal of Contemporary Medical Research - Year 2017, Vol 4, Issue 12
Abstract
Introduction: Gingival inflammation shows redness and swelling as a sign of inflammation. Reduction of gingival inflammation is an indicator of recovery from gingival disease. This study investigated the quantitative analysis of gingival swelling and colour characteristics by digital images before and after treatment. Material and Methods: 20 patients with gingival inflammation were recruited for digital photographs and measurements were recorded at the baseline visit. One month following scaling and root planning, another image was taken by the same examiner. Changes in gingiva were detected by assessing redness and tooth surface area visible between the level of the inter-proximal papillae and the gingival margin. Results: Significant difference was found between the preoperative and post-operative photographs with respect to gingival redness and swelling. Conclusion: This method performed analysis of color characteristics and swelling of gingiva. It is simple, noninvasive and innovative procedure of detecting gingival inflammation that maintains digital records too.
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Ravi Prabhu, Shreeprasad Wagle, Rutuja Sankhe, Goovind Bhartiya, Dipali Chaudhari, Amit A. Agrawal
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