Analog processing of signals from a CZT strip detector with orthogonal coplanar anodes

The use of stabilized chlorine dioxide or chlorine dioxide in aqueous solution as a composition to reduce or prevent plaque formation and treatment of oral diseases ecologically plaque dependent, such as gingivitis and periodontitis, is disclosed. Preferred concentrations are in the range of 0.005% to 0.2% and the chlorine dioxide may be in the form of a rinse, a wash, a soak or a dentifrice.