Löe H
Bull World Health Organ. 1981;59(6):821-5.
The dental literature contains ample scientific data supporting the concept that periodontal diseases are infectious diseases. The formation of plaque on and around the teeth represents a massive accumulation of bacteria that are usually present in the oral cavity. This bacterial colonization is relatively independent of food intake, degree of salivation, mastication, or malocclusion.Although experimental studies have not defined the group of bacteria or a specific pathogen that is responsible for chronic gingivitis, it is known that the suppression of plaque is consistent with dental and periodontal health. It has been demonstrated that good oral home care combined with professional cleaning and/or the use of antimicrobial compounds can control dental plaque.In order to take full advantage of existing knowledge on dental care, it is necessary both to persuade the public to avail itself of the remedies available and to carry the message to practising clinicians, dental school staff, and dental scientists. The knowledge and techniques necessary to control plaque are available and, if applied collectively, can ensure the retention of the dentition throughout the life of the individual.
牙科文献中有大量科学数据支持牙周疾病是感染性疾病这一概念。牙齿表面及周围牙菌斑的形成代表着通常存在于口腔中的细菌大量聚集。这种细菌定植相对独立于食物摄入、唾液分泌程度、咀嚼或咬合不正。尽管实验研究尚未明确导致慢性牙龈炎的细菌种类或特定病原体，但已知抑制牙菌斑与牙齿和牙周健康相符。已经证明，良好的口腔家庭护理结合专业清洁和/或使用抗菌化合物可以控制牙菌斑。为了充分利用现有的牙齿护理知识，有必要既说服公众利用现有的治疗方法，又将信息传达给执业临床医生、牙科学校工作人员和牙科科学家。控制牙菌斑所需的知识和技术是可用的，如果共同应用，可以确保个体一生都保留牙列。
