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Kaneyasu Y, Shigeishi H, Niitani Y, Takemoto T, Sugiyama M, Ohta K. Manual toothbrushes, self-toothbrushing, and replacement duration to remove dental plaque and improve gingival health: A scoping review from recent research. J Dent 2024; 148:105240. [PMID: 39038528 DOI: 10.1016/j.jdent.2024.105240] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/13/2024] [Revised: 07/04/2024] [Accepted: 07/12/2024] [Indexed: 07/24/2024] Open
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OBJECTIVE To investigate characteristics of manual toothbrushes, self-toothbrushing methods, and replacement duration of manual toothbrushes that effectively remove dental plaque, reduce gingivitis, and promote gingival health. STUDY DATA AND SOURCES PubMed-MEDLINE, Scopus and Central Register Cochrane of Controlled trials (CENTRAL) were searched for randomized control trials (RCTs) from 01 January 2018 to 12 December 2023. Articles were subjected for including participants aged six years and older with a study duration of at least four weeks to investigate the efficacy of manual toothbrushes used self-toothbrushing. To investigate the appropriate time to replace manual toothbrushes, this study was focused on the physical properties of the bristles and changes in the microorganisms present in the bristles over time. STUDY SELECTION Of 1520 retrieved articles, 26 studies were included after screening. The total number of manual toothbrushes was 40 and 5 kinds of self-toothbrushing techniques were selected in the review. 4 studies investigated the changes the physical properties bristles of manual toothbrushes. CONCLUSIONS Among manual toothbrushes, the cross-angle and indicator bristles were found to significantly improve dental plaque index and gingival condition. Most toothbrushes with soft bristles had a trend of superior dental plaque removal and gingivitis improvement efficacy. Toothbrush with end-round shape bristles tip has tended to reduce the dental plaque and gingival index scores. Studies reported that brushing twice a day for at least two minutes using the Bass method had a positive effect on the dental plaque and gingival index. Further research is required to investigate the relationships between property physical bristle and clinical intraoral indices to clarify the replacement duration of manual toothbrushes. CLINICAL SIGNIFICANCE The findings of this study could guide people's daily self-brushing habits, thereby aiding the prevention of periodontal disease. Moreover, our findings suggest the need for strategic clinical trial designs to verify the ideal timing to replace manual toothbrushes.
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- Yoshino Kaneyasu
- Department of Public Oral Health, Program of Oral Health Sciences, Graduate School of Biomedical and Health Sciences, Hiroshima University, 1-2-3 Kasumi, Minami-ku, Hiroshima 734-8553, Japan.
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- Department of Public Oral Health, Program of Oral Health Sciences, Graduate School of Biomedical and Health Sciences, Hiroshima University, 1-2-3 Kasumi, Minami-ku, Hiroshima 734-8553, Japan
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- Department of Oral Health Management, Program of Oral Health Sciences, Graduate School of Biomedical and Health Sciences, Hiroshima University, Japan
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- Department of Oral Health Management, Program of Oral Health Sciences, Graduate School of Biomedical and Health Sciences, Hiroshima University, Japan
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- Department of Oral Health Sciences, Faculty of Health Care Sciences, Takarazuka University of Medical and Health Care, Japan
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- Department of Public Oral Health, Program of Oral Health Sciences, Graduate School of Biomedical and Health Sciences, Hiroshima University, 1-2-3 Kasumi, Minami-ku, Hiroshima 734-8553, Japan
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Polak AL, Wiesmüller V, Sigwart L, Nemec N, Niederegger L, Kapferer-Seebacher I. Cleansing efficacy of the electric toothbrush Oral-B ® iO™ compared to conventional oscillating-rotating technology: a randomized-controlled study. Clin Oral Investig 2024; 28:493. [PMID: 39167335 DOI: 10.1007/s00784-024-05882-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/16/2024] [Accepted: 08/08/2024] [Indexed: 08/23/2024]
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OBJECTIVES This study aimed to compare the cleansing efficacy of the Oral-B® iO™ electric toothbrush incorporating oscillating-rotating technology with microvibrations - with a traditional oscillating-rotating toothbrush. MATERIALS AND METHODS Thirty adult participants were randomly assigned to use the iO™ electric toothbrush with the brush head iO™ Ultimate Clean or the traditional oscillating-rotating toothbrush Oral-B® Genius® with the Cross-Action brush head. Oral hygiene indices (Rustogi Modified Navy Plaque Index and Gingival Bleeding Index) were assessed before and after 28 days of home use of the assigned product. Participants were instructed to refrain from interdental hygiene during the study period. After a 2-week washout period, the clinical investigation was repeated in a crossover design. RESULTS All 30 participants completed the study with no dropouts. After 28 days of use, the iO™ showed statistically significantly lower plaque levels than the conventional oscillating-rotating toothbrush (25.09% vs. 30.60%, p = 0.029). This difference was particularly noticeable in marginal and approximal areas. There were no significant distinctions in gingival bleeding indices. CONCLUSIONS The Oral-B® iO™ electric toothbrush displayed enhanced plaque removal efficiency compared to a conventional oscillating-rotating technology. CLINICAL RELEVANCE This study highlights the potential benefits of advanced toothbrush technologies for plaque reduction and encourages further research.
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- Anna-Lena Polak
- University Hospital for Conservative Dentistry and Periodontology, Medical University of Innsbruck, Anichstr. 35, Innsbruck, 6020, Austria
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- University Hospital for Conservative Dentistry and Periodontology, Medical University of Innsbruck, Anichstr. 35, Innsbruck, 6020, Austria
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- University Hospital for Conservative Dentistry and Periodontology, Medical University of Innsbruck, Anichstr. 35, Innsbruck, 6020, Austria
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- University Hospital for Conservative Dentistry and Periodontology, Medical University of Innsbruck, Anichstr. 35, Innsbruck, 6020, Austria
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- University Hospital for Conservative Dentistry and Periodontology, Medical University of Innsbruck, Anichstr. 35, Innsbruck, 6020, Austria
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- University Hospital for Conservative Dentistry and Periodontology, Medical University of Innsbruck, Anichstr. 35, Innsbruck, 6020, Austria.
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Church L, Spahr A, Marschner S, Wallace J, Chow C, King S. Evaluating the impact of oral hygiene instruction and digital oral health education within cardiac rehabilitation clinics: A protocol for a novel, dual centre, parallel randomised controlled trial. PLoS One 2024; 19:e0306882. [PMID: 38990852 PMCID: PMC11239009 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0306882] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/06/2023] [Accepted: 06/24/2024] [Indexed: 07/13/2024] Open
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INTRODUCTION Diseases of the periodontal tissues including gingivitis and periodontitis can affect up to 90% and 50% of the population respectively. These conditions are multifactorial inflammatory conditions involving a dysbiotic biofilm that, if left untreated, can lead to the destruction of the supporting structures of the teeth and have significant systemic implications, specifically on cardiovascular health. The elevation of inflammatory markers, particularly high-sensitive C-reactive protein (hsCRP), are strongly associated with an increased risk of atherosclerosis, a key risk factor for cardiovascular disease (CVD). HsCRP as well as other inflammatory markers can be detected in blood samples as early as 21 days after ceasing toothbrushing, due to the immune response to stagnant oral biofilm. The most effective way to ensure oral biofilm cannot remain on oral tissues, thus preventing periodontitis and reducing inflammatory CVD risk, is with good oral hygiene. The primary aim of this study is to assess whether individualised oral hygiene instruction (OHI) partnered with a digital oral health education (DOHE) package can improve the oral health of patients living with CVD. METHODS AND ANALYSIS A total of 165 participants will be recruited from the Westmead and Blacktown Mt Druitt cardiac rehabilitation out-patient clinics into this dual centre, single blind, parallel design, randomised controlled trial. A baseline oral health clinical examination will be completed, followed by a self-report questionnaire before they are randomised in a 1:1:1 ratio into one of 3 arms as follows: individualised OHI partnered with DOHE (Group A), (Group B) DOHE only (Group B), and control/usual care (no oral health education) (Group C). Groups will have their intervention repeated at the 6-week follow-up. After completing the 12-week follow-up, Group B and Group C will receive tailored OHI. Group C will also receive the DOHE package. The primary outcome is the change in approximal plaque index score between baseline and 6-week follow up. ETHICS AND DISSEMINATION The study has been approved by the Western Sydney Local Health District Human Ethics Committee 2023/ETH00516. Results will be published in peer-reviewed journals and presented at conferences. TRIAL REGISTRATION NUMBER ACTRN12623000449639p ANZCTR: https://www.anzctr.org.au/.
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- Lauren Church
- The University of Sydney Dental School, The University of Sydney, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
- Westmead Applied Research Centre, The University of Sydney, Westmead, New South Wales, Australia
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- The University of Sydney Dental School, The University of Sydney, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
- Westmead Applied Research Centre, The University of Sydney, Westmead, New South Wales, Australia
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- Westmead Applied Research Centre, The University of Sydney, Westmead, New South Wales, Australia
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- School of Health Sciences, Oral Health, The University of Newcastle, Ourimbah, New South Wales, Australia
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- Westmead Applied Research Centre, The University of Sydney, Westmead, New South Wales, Australia
- The University of Sydney Medical School, The University of Sydney, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
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- The University of Sydney Dental School, The University of Sydney, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
- Westmead Applied Research Centre, The University of Sydney, Westmead, New South Wales, Australia
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Sutor S, Graetz C, Geiken A, Straßburger M, Löwe C, Holtmann B, Conrad J, Sälzer S, Dörfer CE. Effect of a powered and a manual toothbrush in subjects susceptible to gingival recession: A 36-month randomized controlled clinical study. Int J Dent Hyg 2024. [PMID: 38863249 DOI: 10.1111/idh.12834] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/19/2023] [Revised: 05/07/2024] [Accepted: 05/11/2024] [Indexed: 06/13/2024]
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OBJECTIVE The objective of this long-term clinical study was to evaluate the influence of a newly developed powered toothbrush (PT) on the size and number of pre-existing gingival recessions (GR) in comparison to a manual toothbrush (MT). METHODS This was a prospective, single-blind, parallel-group, randomized controlled clinical study. Participants without periodontitis, but with at least two teeth (index teeth) showing GR ≥2 mm were randomized to brush either twice daily with a MT or with a PT with a linear magnetic drive causing the round brush head to produce gentle micro vibrations along with oscillating-rotating movements. Primary outcome parameter was the mean change of GR at the index teeth over 36 months. RESULTS Totally 87 out of 92 participants completed the study (MT/PT: n = 42/n = 45). At the 36-month evaluation the mean (standard deviation) change of GR at index teeth differed significantly between MT 0.17 (0.77) and PT -0.10 (0.63) (p = 0.013). Furthermore, the amount of GR sites which improved ≥1 mm or remained stable during the study period did not differ between MT and PT, but the number of sites worsened ≥1 mm was significantly in favour for PT (MT 23 (25.5%) versus PT 10 (10.6%); p = 0.009). A binary logistic regression identified tooth type (OR = 2.991 for pre-/molar (1.096 [95% CI 1.002-8.933]; p = 0.050)) and manual brushing (OR = 3.341 (1.206 [95% CI 1291-8648]; p = 0.013)) as risk factors for recession impairment at the index teeth. There were no differences between groups for adverse events. CONCLUSION In a population with pre-existing gingival recessions and consequently a high risk of developing further recession the PT seems to be favourable with regard to further development of GR.
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- Simone Sutor
- Clinic of Conservative Dentistry and Periodontology, University of Kiel, Kiel, Germany
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- Clinic of Conservative Dentistry and Periodontology, University of Kiel, Kiel, Germany
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- Clinic of Conservative Dentistry and Periodontology, University of Kiel, Kiel, Germany
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- Clinic of Conservative Dentistry and Periodontology, University of Kiel, Kiel, Germany
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- Clinic of Conservative Dentistry and Periodontology, University of Kiel, Kiel, Germany
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- Clinic of Conservative Dentistry and Periodontology, University of Kiel, Kiel, Germany
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- Clinic of Conservative Dentistry and Periodontology, University of Kiel, Kiel, Germany
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- Clinic of Conservative Dentistry and Periodontology, University of Kiel, Kiel, Germany
- Zahnarztpraxis Poststraße, Hamburg, Germany
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- Clinic of Conservative Dentistry and Periodontology, University of Kiel, Kiel, Germany
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Zou Y, Grender J, Adam R, Levin L. A Meta-analysis Comparing Toothbrush Technologies on Gingivitis and Plaque. Int Dent J 2024; 74:146-156. [PMID: 37481415 PMCID: PMC10829363 DOI: 10.1016/j.identj.2023.06.009] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/19/2023] [Revised: 06/19/2023] [Accepted: 06/22/2023] [Indexed: 07/24/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Research continues to show an association between oral health and systemic health, further stressing the importance of effective daily plaque removal via toothbrushing to maintain periodontal health and overall well-being. This investigation was undertaken to compare the efficacy of oscillating-rotating, sonic, and manual toothbrushes in reducing gingivitis and plaque in randomised controlled trials (RCTs) with up to 6 months' follow-up. METHODS This meta-analysis was conducted from a single database (Procter & Gamble Oral Care Clinical Archive) including RCTs from 2007 to 2022. Three authors independently assessed study eligibility. Disagreements concerning selected studies were resolved by discussion with an expert colleague. Direct and indirect treatment comparisons along with transition rates to gingival health were calculated using participant-level data. Transition-to-health time was calculated using data from all time points. Subregion analyses evaluated number of bleeding sites and plaque reduction. RESULTS This meta-analysis included 21 gingivitis RCTs and 25 plaque RCTs. Relative to manual and sonic brushes, oscillating-rotating brushes had a higher percentage of participants who transitioned to gingival health (72% vs 21% and 54%; P < .001). Compared with manual and sonic brushes, respectively, oscillating-rotating brushes demonstrated greater bleeding site reductions (by 52% and 29%; P < .001) and superior plaque reductions (by 19% and 5%; P < .001). Oscillating-rotating brushes provided faster transitions to health than sonic brushes and showed greater efficacy across subregions. The most advanced oscillating-rotating brush demonstrated statistically significantly greater efficacy compared with traditional oscillating-rotating, manual, and sonic brushes when analysed separately. Risk of bias was deemed low for all studies. CONCLUSIONS Oscillating-rotating toothbrushes offer superior results for transition to health, gingivitis, and plaque reduction compared with manual and sonic brushes. The most advanced oscillating-rotating model offers enhanced efficacy vs traditional models.
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- Yuanshu Zou
- Oral Care Research & Development, The Procter & Gamble Company, Mason, Ohio, USA.
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- Oral Care Research & Development, The Procter & Gamble Company, Mason, Ohio, USA
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- Oral Care Research & Development, Procter & Gamble Service GmbH, Kronberg, Germany
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- Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
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Adam R, Zou Y, Grender J, Mesples U, Erb J, Bray K. Brushing behaviour changes and plaque removal with an electric toothbrush: A clinical trial. Int J Dent Hyg 2023; 21:747-754. [PMID: 37681348 DOI: 10.1111/idh.12733] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/28/2023] [Revised: 08/10/2023] [Accepted: 08/20/2023] [Indexed: 09/09/2023]
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OBJECTIVE To evaluate changes in toothbrushing behaviour and plaque removal performance with usage of a next generation oscillating-rotating electric toothbrush (NG-OR). METHODS This exploratory clinical study had a two-treatment, three-period, single-group, sequential design. Generally healthy adults with a screening whole mouth mean Turesky modified Quigley-Hein Plaque Index (TQHPI) score of at least 1.75 on a 0-5 scale and who were primarily OR brush users were enrolled. Participants used each OR toothbrush in A-B-B order, where a currently marketed OR brush with a traditional mechanical drive system (T-OR) was used in period A, and the NG-OR brush with a linear magnetic drive was used in period B. At Visit 1, qualifying participants brushed on-site with T-OR. After a 48 h washout, participants returned for Visit 2 and brushed on-site with NG-OR. Participants then used NG-OR for 1 week, twice daily, at home and returned for Visit 3 to brush on-site with NG-OR again. For all on-site brushings, participants were instructed to brush for 2 min without interactive features. Each toothbrush was tagged with a transmitter chip connected to a Motion Tracking System to record movements of the toothbrush and participant using infrared light transmission to determine Isochronicity (brushing time uniformly distributed across the dentition). Plaque was measured using TQHPI. Primary variables were Isochronicity and TQHPl whole mouth mean plaque reduction (pre-brushing minus post-brushing). RESULTS Overall, 41 participants enrolled and received treatment; 40 completed the trial. NG-OR showed significantly greater Isochronicity after a single brushing (p = 0.043) and after a 1-week at-home use (p = 0.001) versus T-OR. NG-OR showed 41% greater whole mouth plaque removal than T-OR (p < 0.001) after a single brushing. Plaque reduction by region/surface was consistent with whole mouth results. CONCLUSION The NG-OR brush showed greater brushing uniformity and plaque removal versus the T-OR brush.
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- Ralf Adam
- Procter & Gamble Service GmbH, Kronberg, Germany
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- The Procter & Gamble Company, Mason, Ohio, USA
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- Procter & Gamble Service GmbH, Kronberg, Germany
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- Procter & Gamble Service GmbH, Kronberg, Germany
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- University of Missouri-Kansas City, Missouri, Kansas City, USA
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Sager P, Kocher T, Pitchika V, Samietz S, Völzke H, Walter C, Holtfreter B. Powered tooth brushes are beneficial for long-term oral health: Results from the Study of Health in Pomerania (SHIP-TREND). J Clin Periodontol 2023; 50:548-558. [PMID: 36606369 DOI: 10.1111/jcpe.13763] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/11/2022] [Revised: 12/05/2022] [Accepted: 12/21/2022] [Indexed: 01/07/2023]
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AIM To determine the long-term effects of the use of powered tooth brush (PTB) in comparison to manual tooth brush (MTB) on periodontitis severity, coronal caries experience, and the number of missing teeth using in a population-based cohort study. MATERIALS AND METHODS Using 7-year follow-up data of 2214 participants of the Study of Health in Pomerania (SHIP-TREND), comprehensively adjusted linear models using generalized least squares and ordinal regression models estimated the effects of PTB usage on dental outcomes in complete case and imputed data. RESULTS At follow-up, PTB users had lower medians for mean probing depth (PD; 2.21 mm) and mean clinical attachment levels (1.73 mm) than MTB users (2.30 and 1.96 mm, respectively). Adjusted models revealed the beneficial effects of PTB usage on follow-up levels of plaque, bleeding on probing, mean PD, percentage of sites with PDs ≥4 mm, mean clinical attachment levels (all, interdental, and non-interdental sites, respectively), and the number of missing teeth. For the number of missing teeth, the effects were more pronounced in participants aged ≥50 years. No significant effects of PTB usage on the number of decayed or filled surfaces (all and interdental sites) were found. CONCLUSIONS A recommendation of PTB usage in dental practice could contribute to the long-term promotion of oral health.
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- Pauline Sager
- Department of Restorative Dentistry, Periodontology, Endodontology and Preventive and Pediatric Dentistry, University Medicine Greifswald, Greifswald, Germany
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- Department of Restorative Dentistry, Periodontology, Endodontology and Preventive and Pediatric Dentistry, University Medicine Greifswald, Greifswald, Germany
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- Department of Restorative Dentistry, Periodontology, Endodontology and Preventive and Pediatric Dentistry, University Medicine Greifswald, Greifswald, Germany
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- Department of Prosthetic Dentistry, Gerodontology and Biomaterials, University Medicine Greifswald, Greifswald, Germany
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- Institute for Community Medicine, University Medicine Greifswald, Greifswald, Germany.,German Center for Cardiovascular Research (DZHK), Partner Site Greifswald, Greifswald, Germany
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- Department of Restorative Dentistry, Periodontology, Endodontology and Preventive and Pediatric Dentistry, University Medicine Greifswald, Greifswald, Germany
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- Department of Restorative Dentistry, Periodontology, Endodontology and Preventive and Pediatric Dentistry, University Medicine Greifswald, Greifswald, Germany
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Powered Toothbrushes: An Opportunity for Biofilm and Gingival Inflammation Control. Int J Dent 2022; 2022:6874144. [PMID: 36046695 PMCID: PMC9424013 DOI: 10.1155/2022/6874144] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/06/2021] [Revised: 06/09/2022] [Accepted: 07/13/2022] [Indexed: 11/29/2022] Open
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The present review aimed at a broad investigation on the potential of powered as compared to manual toothbrushes in different aspects of clinical dentistry. Studies evaluating plaque and gingival inflammatory parameters were included, as well as those that investigated adverse effects. Emphasis was given separately to adults, youngsters, special-needs patients, and those under fixed orthodontic therapy. In general, comparisons favored powered toothbrushes. In summary, approximately 68% of the included studies, in terms of plaque/gingival inflammation in adults, presented better results for powered toothbrushes. In children and special-needs populations, approximately 40% of the included studies favored powered toothbrushes for plaque/gingival inflammation, and none favored manual ones. In orthodontic individuals, 50% of the studies also demonstrated a better effect of powered toothbrushes on plaque and gingival inflammation. All included studies that assessed adverse events did not demonstrate a difference in these effects when comparing manual vs. powered toothbrushes. It is concluded that the use of powered toothbrushes is an opportunity to enhance patterns of plaque control and associated gingival inflammation.
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Al-Omiri MK, Al-Shayyab MH, Alahmari NM, Aldosari LI, Alzoubi IA, Al Nazeh AA, Majdalawi F, Alsafadi L, Lynch E. Impacts of the Triple bristles three-sided sonic powered toothbrush on tooth shade, plaque control and gingival health. Int J Dent Hyg 2021; 19:382-397. [PMID: 34529340 DOI: 10.1111/idh.12552] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/06/2021] [Revised: 08/14/2021] [Accepted: 09/10/2021] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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OBJECTIVES To evaluate the efficacy of the Triple bristles three-sided sonic powered toothbrush in plaque removal and its impact on tooth shade and gingival health, and to compare this with a conventional manual toothbrush. METHODS Fifty two participants (26 males and 26 females; mean age [SD] = 22.48 [1.52], SE = 0.210, 95% CI = 22.06-22.90) were recruited into this controlled within-subject, randomized, two-treatment, 1-month crossover and examiner-blinded observational study between October 2020 and January 2021 in the School of Dentistry, University of Jordan. Within each participant, the upper and lower jaws were randomized to receive a brushing protocol either with the Triple bristles three-sided sonic brush or with a soft manual standard toothbrush with flat trimmed bristles. Tooth shades were recorded for upper and lower anterior and premolar teeth. The Turesky-Modified Quigley-Hein Plaque Index (TMQHPI) and bleeding on probing (BOP) were evaluated at study baseline, 1 week and 1 month after applying the brushing protocol. RESULTS Both tested brushes were associated with significant reduction in plaque scores and BOP (p < 0.05). The Triple bristles brush was more effective in reduction in plaque and BOP in the lower jaw and among females than the manual brush (p < 0.05). CONCLUSIONS The Triple bristles brush was more superior for reduction in plaque and probing on bleeding in the lower jaw and among females.
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- Mahmoud K Al-Omiri
- Department of Prosthodontics, School of Dentistry, The University of Jordan, Amman, Jordan.,Department of Prosthodontics, The City of London Dental School, London, UK
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- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Oral Medicine and Periodontology, School of Dentistry, The University of Jordan, Amman, Jordan
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- Department of Prosthodontics, College of Dentistry, King Khalid University, Asir-Abha, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Prosthodontics, College of Dentistry, King Khalid University, Asir-Abha, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Preventive Dentistry, College of Dentistry, Jouf University, Sakaka, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics Sciences, College of Dentistry, King Khalid University, Asir-Abha, Saudi Arabia
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Adam R, Erb J, Grender J. Randomized controlled trial assessing plaque removal of an oscillating-rotating electric toothbrush with micro-vibrations. Int Dent J 2020; 70 Suppl 1:S22-S27. [PMID: 32243574 DOI: 10.1111/idj.12568] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/29/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVE The objective was to assess plaque removal potential of a newly designed oscillating-rotating (O-R) electric rechargeable toothbrush with micro-vibrations compared to a manual toothbrush. METHODS This was a randomized single-brushing, two-treatment, examiner-blind, replicate-use, four-period crossover design study, conducted with three cohorts of nine subjects each, with all subjects using each toothbrush twice. Test toothbrushes included a new O-R rechargeable electric toothbrush with micro-vibrations (Oral-B iO prototype) and a manual American Dental Association (ADA) reference toothbrush. On each of the four study visits, subjects refrained from oral hygiene for 12 hours prior. At each visit, subjects received a pre-brushing plaque examination, brushed with their assigned toothbrush and a marketed fluoride dentifrice and then received a post-brushing plaque examination. Plaque was assessed using the expanded Turesky Modified Quigley-Hein Plaque Index. Treatment comparison analyses were two-sided and carried out at the 5% significance level. RESULTS All 27 randomized subjects (mean age = 42.0 years) completed the trial. Both brushes produced significant plaque reductions versus baseline (P < 0.001). The O-R electric brush provided statistically significantly greater plaque reductions in all regions compared to the regular manual toothbrush, with a between-treatment difference of 0.929 for whole mouth plaque, 0.965 for proximal plaque, 1.029 for lingual plaque and 0.815 for facial plaque (P < 0.001 for all comparisons). Additionally, use of the novel O-R brush yielded greater brushing evenness/consistency when comparing the facial and lingual mean plaque removal differences relative to manual brushing (P = 0.001). Both brushes were well-tolerated. CONCLUSION The novel O-R toothbrush with micro-vibrations produced significantly greater plaque reductions compared to the manual toothbrush.
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- Ralf Adam
- Procter & Gamble Service GmbH, Kronberg, Germany
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- Procter & Gamble Service GmbH, Kronberg, Germany
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