Intra-oral Camera in Gingival Health

Psychological, Behavioral and Clinical Effects of Intra Oral Camera: a Randomized Control Trial on Adults With Gingivitis

Evaluate the effects of using an intra-oral camera (IOC) during supportive periodontal therapy (SPT), on the psychological, behavioral and clinical parameters of patients with gingivitis, outlined by evidence and a theory-based framework.

A group of 78 adult patients with gingivitis receiving an SPT was randomized into two groups: IOC and control.

Bleeding on Marginal Probing (BOMP), self-reported dental hygiene behaviors, and psychological determinants of behavior change (outcome expectancies, self-efficacy and planning) and IOC opinion were evaluated one week before or during the consultation and four months later.

Inclusion Criteria:

• >18 years old.
• + 20 teeth (minimum 5 per quadrant)
• BOMP > 0.5

Exclusion Criteria:

• periodontitis (pockets >4),
• smoking patients
• orthodontic patients
• pregnant
• 1 removable partial denture