Pink, Blue, and Biofilm: Test Your Disclosing Solution Know-How

By Justin Gibbs On Dec 17, 2025 0

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“I just formed this morning, no big deal.”

“I’m mature, well-established, and overdue for removal.”

“This dye doesn’t like me.”

“Time to skip flossing and prophy harder.”

Correct! Wrong!

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“It’s a fashion statement for today’s appointment.”

“The dye highlights areas you missed so we can improve your self-care.”

“Your enamel changes color when it gets wet.”

“It’s just for my entertainment.”

Correct! Wrong!

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Only before brushing at home.

After the prophylaxis so nothing shows

Mid- or post-instrumentation to reveal remaining biofilm.

Never because patients don’t like seeing plaque.

Correct! Wrong!

Pink, Blue, and Biofilm: Test Your Disclosing Solution Know-How

Congratulations! You got every question right. You really know your stuff!