Clinical Overview
IMS Color Tabs are designed to serve as a visual indicator for plaque detection, assisting dental professionals in assessing and enhancing patients' oral hygiene practices.
Key Benefits
- Visual Plaque Detection: Provides clear visualization of plaque accumulation.
- Enhanced Patient Education: Facilitates discussions about oral hygiene with patients.
- Improved Oral Hygiene: Encourages patients to adopt better brushing and flossing techniques.
- Easy to Use: Simple application process for both dentists and patients.
- Color-Coded: Ocean blue color enhances visibility during examinations.
Kit Contents
- Refer to packaging for exact contents and sizes.
Working & Setting Times
- Working: Designed for immediate visual feedback upon application.
- Setting: Not applicable.
Indications
- Assessment of plaque accumulation in patients.
- Patient education on oral hygiene practices.
- Monitoring improvements in oral hygiene over time.
- Use during routine dental examinations.
Instructions for Use
- Apply the IMS Color Tabs to the patient's teeth.
- Instruct the patient to chew the tabs thoroughly.
- Observe the areas where the color indicates plaque presence.
- Discuss findings with the patient to improve their oral hygiene routine.
- Reapply as necessary to monitor progress.
Summary
IMS Color Tabs provide a practical solution for plaque detection, enhancing the ability of dental professionals to evaluate and improve patient oral hygiene. Their ease of use and visual feedback make them an effective tool for patient education and ongoing oral health assessments.
