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Evaluation of orthodontic tooth brush designs among patients with fixed orthodontic appliances
Marut Nandan Rai1, Ashutosh Wadhawan1, Yasir Ayub1
1Department of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics, Kalka Dental College, Meerut, Uttar Pradesh, India.
Abstract:
Many companies have developed toothbrushes customized to different age groups and patient needs. This research aimed to assess and compare the efficiency of four commercially available toothbrushes in eliminating plaque and controlling gingivitis in orthodontic patients. Total 40 subjects undergoing orthodontic treatment were assigned into four groups (n=10 per group): Group 1-Stim Manual, Group 2-Perfora Electric, Group 3-Oral B Powered, Group 4-Ultrasonic. Plaque Index, Gingival Index, Eastman's Interdental Bleeding Index and Bonded Bracket Plaque Index assessed at baseline and at follow up visit were assessed. Thus, electric tooth brushes were the most effective in improving oral hygiene during fixed orthodontic treatment, followed by ultrasonic, powered and manual brushes.
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