Clinical efficacy of an Aloe Vera gel versus a 0.12% chlorhexidine gel in preventing traumatic ulcers in patients with fixed orthodontic appliances: a double-blind randomized clinical trial

Odontology ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 108 (3) ◽  
pp. 470-478 ◽  
Author(s):  
Cristina Leiva-Cala ◽  
Alejandro Ismael Lorenzo-Pouso ◽  
Belén Centenera-Centenera ◽  
Juan López-Palafox ◽  
Pilar Gándara-Vila ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Clinical Trial ◽  
Randomized Clinical Trial ◽  
Clinical Efficacy ◽  
Aloe Vera ◽  
Orthodontic Appliances ◽  
Double Blind ◽  
Aloe Vera Gel ◽  
Fixed Orthodontic Appliances ◽  
Chlorhexidine Gel

scholarly journals Impact of Mouthwashes on Antibacterial Activity of Subjects with Fixed Orthodontic Appliances: A Randomized Clinical Trial

2017 ◽  
Vol 18 (12) ◽  
pp. 1112-1116
Author(s):  
A Nishad ◽  
NS Sreesan ◽  
Joseph Joy ◽  
Lakshmi Lakshmanan ◽  
Joyce Thomas ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Clinical Trial ◽  
Antibacterial Activity ◽  
Randomized Clinical Trial ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Orthodontic Appliances ◽  
Group I ◽  
Fixed Orthodontic Appliances ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Experimental Group

ABSTRACT Aim The study aimed to assess the impact of mouthwashes on antibacterial activity of individuals with fixed orthodontic appliances. Materials and methods A total of 60 individuals were considered in the study. Sixty (20 each group) nonextraction class I individuals were randomly divided into experimental and control groups. Group I: Experimental group [chlorhexidine (CHX) mouthwash], group II: Experimental group (neem mouthwash), group III: Control group (distilled water). All the clinical examinations were done at baseline and 30th day respectively, after the start of orthodontic treatment. The mean differences between the different experimental groups were calculated using one-way analysis of variance (ANOVA) test. Results There was no statistical significance at baseline mean plaque index (PI), gingival index (GI) scores, and Streptococcus mutans (SM) colony count between groups. The PI and GI scores among CHX and neem mouthwash groups (p = 0.002, p = 0.032 respectively) were significantly reduced after intervention and also the SM colonies count was reduced in CHX and neem mouthwash groups and there was significant difference between the groups. Conclusion As both mouthwashes showed significant effectiveness on antibacterial activity in individuals with fixed orthodontic appliances, neem mouthwash can be used as an alternative to CHX. Clinical significance It is better to have a sound knowledge regarding the use of mouthwash in long term as fixed orthodontics are associated with accumulation of SM, enamel demineralization, and an increased number of carious lesions, predominantly in sites adjacent to bracket. How to cite this article Nishad A, Sreesan NS, Joy J, Lakshmanan L, Thomas J, Anjali VA. Impact of Mouthwashes on Antibacterial Activity of Subjects with Fixed Orthodontic Appliances: A Randomized Clinical Trial. J Contemp Dent Pract 2017;18(12):1112-1116.

scholarly journals Randomized Double-blind Clinical Trial of Bleaching Products in Patients Wearing Orthodontic Devices

2016 ◽  
Vol 41 (4) ◽  
pp. 379-387 ◽  
Author(s):  
A Montenegro-Arana ◽  
LA Arana-Gordillo ◽  
D Farana ◽  
A Davila-Sanchez ◽  
E Jadad ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Clinical Trial ◽  
Statistical Difference ◽  
Orthodontic Appliances ◽  
Double Blind ◽  
Tooth Color ◽  
Anterior Teeth ◽  
Double Blind Clinical Trial ◽  
Number Of Patients ◽  
Fixed Orthodontic Appliances ◽  
Before And After

SUMMARY Objectives: This double-blind randomized clinical trial evaluated tooth sensitivity (TS) and the effectiveness (EF) of two types of bleaching agents (Trèswhite Ortho [TWO] and Trèswhite Supreme [TWS]) when used in patients wearing orthodontic appliances. Methods and Materials: Forty patients between the ages of 18 and 40 years were randomly stratified, with an equal allocation rate, into two groups (n=20), according to the bleaching agent applied. Tooth color of the six maxillary anterior teeth was measured before and after the treatment with a spectrophotometer. The TS was recorded on three scales before and during the bleaching treatment. Results: With regard to EF, a significant reduction was found (ranging from 7.3-9.6 and 5.3-9.5 Vita scale units for TWO and TWS, respectively, p<0.001); however, there was no statistical difference between the groups (p>0.63). The number of patients with sensitivity was 58.8% and 73.3% for TWO and TWS groups, respectively (p=0.53); however, with each of the three scales used, the intensity of sensitivity was low and there was no statistical difference between TWO and TWS (p>0.05). Conclusions: In spite of producing a side effect of low TS, the two bleaching treatments tested were effective for dental bleaching in patients with fixed orthodontic appliances.

scholarly journals A visual evaluation of oral plaque removal utilizing an adjunct enzyme pre-rinse in orthodontic subjects

2020 ◽  
Vol 90 (6) ◽  
pp. 844-850
Author(s):  
Jennifer Rose ◽  
Ahmed Ghoneima ◽  
Frank Lippert ◽  
Lisa Maxwell ◽  
George Eckert ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Clinical Trial ◽  
Repeated Measures ◽  
Orthodontic Appliances ◽  
Visual Evaluation ◽  
Double Blind ◽  
Plaque Score ◽  
Significance Level ◽  
Plaque Removal ◽  
Repeated Measures Analysis ◽  
Fixed Orthodontic Appliances

ABSTRACT Objective To determine if an adjunct proteolytic pre-rinse along with contemporary methods of dental cleaning may more effectively remove visual plaque in subjects with fixed orthodontic appliances. Materials and Methods Forty-three orthodontic subjects, ages 10 to 25, completed this single site, double-blind, crossover clinical trial. Subjects randomly received bromelain enzyme or a powdered-sugar placebo pre-rinse, followed by manual tooth brushing and use of a Waterpik. Subjects received the alternate pre-rinse during the subsequent visit. Baseline and residual plaque accumulation were recorded via disclosing tablet and digital photography. A single, blinded examiner scored visual plaque scores from randomized photographs. Treatment effects on composite plaque score were evaluated using repeated-measures analysis of variance. A 5% significance level was used for all tests. Results No significant differences in plaque scores were noted at baseline or post-rinse between the enzyme and placebo. The changes from baseline to post-rinse (P = .190), post-brushing (P = .764), and post-Waterpik (P = .882) were not significantly different between interventions. Significant reduction in plaque scores were observed in both arms of the study after brushing (P < .01) and waterjet use (P < .01). Neither age (P = .220) nor gender (P = .449) impacted plaque scores. Conclusions Use of a bromelain enzyme pre-rinse alone did not significantly enhance plaque removal. A significant reduction in retained plaque was observed with the application of brushing and or Waterpik.

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