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An advanced toothbrush with improved plaque removal efficacy.

N C Sharma1, J G Qaqish, H J Galustians

  • 1BioSci Research Canada Ltd., Mississauga, Ontario.

American Journal of Dentistry
|January 5, 2002
PubMed
Summary

The advanced Oral-B CrossAction toothbrush significantly removes more plaque than seven other manual toothbrushes. This study confirms its superior efficacy and safety for effective oral hygiene.

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Area of Science:

  • Dental Hygiene
  • Oral Health Research
  • Clinical Dentistry

Background:

  • Effective plaque removal is crucial for preventing gingivitis and periodontitis.
  • Manual toothbrushes vary in their ability to disrupt plaque biofilm.
  • Assessing novel toothbrush designs is essential for improving patient oral hygiene outcomes.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the plaque removal efficacy of the Oral-B CrossAction manual toothbrush.
  • To compare the CrossAction toothbrush against seven other commercially available manual toothbrushes.
  • To assess the safety profile of the Oral-B CrossAction toothbrush during use.

Main Methods:

  • Seven independent, randomized, cross-over clinical trials were performed.
  • Approximately 75 healthy adults participated in each study.

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  • Plaque levels were measured using the Rustogi Modified Navy Plaque Index before and after brushing.

    • Main Results:

    • The Oral-B CrossAction toothbrush demonstrated significantly greater whole mouth, gingival margin, and approximal plaque reduction (P < 0.0001).
    • All tested toothbrushes showed significant plaque reduction after a single brushing.
    • No adverse effects on oral tissues or dental restorations were observed, indicating safety.

    Conclusions:

    • The Oral-B CrossAction toothbrush offers superior plaque removal efficacy compared to seven other manual toothbrushes.
    • Consistent results across studies highlight the enhanced plaque removal capability of the CrossAction design.
    • The toothbrush is safe for daily use in a general adult population.