Effectiveness of Plaque Removal Using Different Toothbrushes in Children - A Comparative Study
| Autor: | D Obukavitha, PR Geetha Priya, Sharath Asokan, TD Yogesh Kumar |
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| Jazyk: | angličtina |
| Rok vydání: | 2024 |
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| Zdroj: | Indian Journal of Dental Research, Vol 35, Iss 1, Pp 65-69 (2024) |
| Druh dokumentu: | article |
| ISSN: | 0970-9290 1998-3603 |
| DOI: | 10.4103/ijdr.ijdr_375_23 |
| Popis: | Background: Effective plaque control is essential for improved oral health. Advancements in mechanical plaque removal using toothbrushes still continue. One such sophisticated intervention is the app-based toothbrush, a new innovative technology that helps to track the child’s brushing habits. Aim: The aim of this study is to evaluate the plaque removal efficacy of three different toothbrushes in children aged 6–8 years. Methods: A randomized controlled clinical trial was conducted among primary school children with decayed missing filled teeth (dmft) score of ≤2. Baseline plaque score was collected using Turesky modification of the Quigley and Hein Index 1 week after oral prophylaxis. Children were randomly divided into three groups. Group I received conventional toothbrush (n = 25), group II received powered toothbrush (n = 25), and group III received app-based toothbrush (n = 25). Post-intervention plaque score, toothbrush wear and bite mark scores were done at the 15th, 30th, 45th and 90th day. Participant’s opinion on their toothbrushes was evaluated using a questionnaire. Results and Conclusion: App-based toothbrush showed maximum plaque reduction followed by powered and conventional toothbrush. Significant reduction in plaque score was seen at 30th-, 45th- and 90th-day follow-up in group II ( |
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