BANA TEST
The Bana test is a simple, chairside, 5 minute express test which can be used to check for the presence of 3 particular bacteria which cause halitosis.These same 3 bacteria are also implicated in periodental disease. If the test is positive this indicates that these bacteria are present . It is ideal for screening all patients in a practice and also can be used to differentiate your practice from other who do not offer this service.
The Bana test consists of a small processor unit and a bottle of 20 reagent strips.
A sample of sub-gingival plaque is taken and placed on a moistened reagent strip. If this turns blue after processing, it indicates that the bacteria are present.
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The dental surgeon can then use his clinical judgement to assess whether further investigation is required in order to check and diagnose and undertake any treatment needed.
Halitosis and indeed periodental disease can be present for a long period before any visual symptoms appear or before a patient complains of a problem so this simple test can be an effective first check to help in oral hygiene.
The Bana test was researched and developed by Professor Walter Loesche in the USA and Hexagon Ltd. is the exclusive distributor in Europe and also supplies to Middle East and Asia.
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