scholarly journals A Comparison of Manual Nylon Bristle Toothbrushes versus Thermoplastic Elastomer Toothbrushes in Terms of Cleaning Efficacy and the Biological Potential Role on Gingival Health

2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (16) ◽  
pp. 7180
Author(s):  
Andrea Ballini ◽  
Michele Di Cosola ◽  
Rajiv Saini ◽  
Caterina Benincasa ◽  
Elisabetta Aiello ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Soft Tissue ◽  
Oral Hygiene ◽  
Soft Tissue Injuries ◽  
Thermoplastic Elastomer ◽  
Gingival Health ◽  
Parallel Group ◽  
Biological Potential ◽  
Plaque Control ◽  
Cleaning Efficacy ◽  
Oral Soft Tissue

Background: It is well-known that toothbrushing might be associated with the development of oral soft tissue lesions. There is currently a continuing increase in the demand for new safety and performing materials in daily homecare oral hygiene including soft and extra-soft toothbrush bristles that tend to be safer. The aim of this study was to compare the efficacy of plaque control and the potential effects on gingival health of two different toothbrush bristle models. Methods: In a three-month period, a total of forty subjects were evaluated for Oral Hygiene Index (OHI), Gingival Index (GI) and Plaque Index (PI) scores as well the Gingival Abrasion Assessment (GAA) between a toothbrush entirely made from a rubber-like material called thermoplastic elastomer (TPE) and a soft toothbrush (standard control with nylon bristles) in a clinical, single-blind, controlled, parallel-group trial. Results: The use of the TPE toothbrush allows a reduction in the PI, improves the OHI and modifies the GAA in the TPE group over a period of three months compared with a conventional soft bristle toothbrush applied for the same period, leading in this way evidence for a good influence of the TPE bristles on overall oral hygiene conditions. Conclusions: From the comparison between our data and the literature studies, we can state that the material and shape of the bristles of the toothbrush affect the home practice of oral hygiene. The TPE bristles reduce the presence of plaque formation and gingival bleeding, oral soft tissue injuries acquired during homecare oral hygiene.

scholarly journals A single-centre investigator-blinded randomised parallel group clinical trial to investigate the effect of probiotic strainsStreptococcus salivariusM18 andLactobacillus acidophiluson gingival health of paediatric patients undergoing treatment with fixed orthodontic appliances: study protocol

BMJ Open ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 9 (9) ◽  
pp. e030638 ◽  
Author(s):  
Eleftherios G Kaklamanos ◽  
Rania Nassar ◽  
Sotirios Kalfas ◽  
Manal Al Halabi ◽  
Mawlood Kowash ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Treatment Group ◽  
Oral Hygiene ◽  
Oral Microbiome ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Orthodontic Appliances ◽  
Single Centre ◽  
Paediatric Patients ◽  
Gingival Health ◽  
Parallel Group ◽  
Fixed Orthodontic Appliances

BackgroundThere is limited data on the beneficial effects of probiotics on the gingival health of patients undergoing treatment with fixed orthodontic appliances. This study aims to compare the effect of probiotic tablets combined with regular oral hygiene versus regular oral hygiene alone on gingival status in these patients. The effect of probiotic intake on plaque formation and salivary microbiome composition will be also assessed.Methods and analysisThis is a 3 month single-centre, single blind (clinical and laboratory examiners), parallel group randomised controlled two arm superiority trial. Fifty paediatric patients attending the Postgraduate Orthodontic Clinic at the Hamdan Bin Mohammed College of Dental Medicine (HBMCDM), Mohammed Bin Rashid University of Medicine and Health Sciences (MBRU), Dubai, United Arab Emirates, who meet the eligibility criteria will be recruited. Block randomisation with 1:1 allocation and concealment of allocation will be carried out. The treatment group will receive probiotic tablets containingStreptococcus salivariusM18 andLactobacillus acidophilustogether with regular oral hygiene versus the control group on regular oral hygiene alone. Clinical examination and collection of saliva for microbiome assay will be carried out at baseline and end of study. Self-reporting by patients will be used to document acceptability and adverse effects. Statistically significant decrease in gingival bleeding on probing in the treatment group will be classified as primary outcome of treatment success. Statistically significant reduction in Plaque Index, Gingival Index and shift in the composition of the oral microbiome in favour of beneficial bacteria are secondary outcomes indicative of efficacy of probiotic intake.Ethics and disseminationEthical approval for the study has been granted by the HBMCDM, MBRU, Institutional Review Board (Reference #: MBRU-IRB-2018–015). Study findings will be disseminated via publication in peer-reviewed journal.Trial registration numberISRCTN95085398

An Anticalculus Dentifrice with Sodium Hexametaphosphate and Stannous Fluoride: A Six-month Study of Efficacy

2007 ◽  
Vol 8 (5) ◽  
pp. 1-8 ◽  
Author(s):  
J. Leslie Winston ◽  
Thomas Schiff ◽  
Susan K. Fiedler ◽  
Robert A. Baker
Keyword(s):  
Soft Tissue ◽  
Home Care ◽  
Clinical Significance ◽  
Negative Control ◽  
Sodium Hexametaphosphate ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Stannous Fluoride ◽  
Parallel Group ◽  
Calculus Formation ◽  
Oral Soft Tissue

Abstract Aim To compare the anticalculus efficacy of an experimental dentifrice (0.454% stabilized stannous fluoride/ sodium hexametaphosphate) with a negative control. Methods and Materials This was a randomized, examiner-blind, parallel group study. After a three-month run-in, qualifying subjects were randomized to the experimental or control dentifrice to use twice a day for six months. Volpe-Manhold Index (V-MI) and oral soft tissue examinations were conducted at baseline, three, and six months. Additional analyses were performed separately at three and six months on three subgroups categorized into high, medium, and low calculus-forming subjects. Results Compared to the control group, the experimental dentifrice group had a mean calculus score statistically significantly lower at both three months (50%) and six months (55%) post-treatment (p<0.001). Compared to control scores, mean experimental dentifrice calculus scores at three and six months were statistically significantly lower at both points in time for high, medium, and low calculus forming sub-groups (p<0.001). Both products were generally well tolerated. Conclusion The experimental dentifrice revealed significant anticalculus efficacy compared to the control regardless of levels of baseline calculus formation. Clinical Significance The stannous fluoride/sodium hexametaphosphate dentifrice technology is an effective calculus inhibitor for home care. Citation Winston JL, Fiedler SK, Schiff T, Baker RA. An Anticalculus Dentifrice with Sodium Hexametaphosphate and Stannous Fluoride: A Six-month Study of Efficacy. J Contemp Dent Pract 2007 July;(8)5:001-008.

scholarly journals Pengaruh umur terhadap jaringan lunak mulut siswa usia sekolah dasarEffect of age on the oral soft tissue of elementary school-age students

2019 ◽  
Vol 31 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Riani Setiadhi ◽  
Rosiliwati Wihardja
Keyword(s):  
Elementary School ◽  
Soft Tissue ◽  
Elementary School Students ◽  
Oral Hygiene ◽  
School Age ◽  
School Students ◽  
Elementary School Age ◽  
Dental Records ◽  
Effect Of Age ◽  
Oral Soft Tissue

Pendahuluan: Umur merupakan salah satu faktor yang mempengaruhi perilaku kesehatan seseorang.  Semakin bertambahnya umur dan semakin tingginya pendidikan maka semakin tinggipengetahuan mengenai kebersihan mulut sehingga diharapkan kebersihan mulut akan lebih baik sejalan dengan pertambahan umur. Rongga mulut terdiri dari jaringan keras dan jaringan lunak. Jaringan lunak rongga mulut terdiri dari mukosa labial, mukosa bukal, palatum, gingiva, frenulum dan lidah. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui apakah ada pengaruh umur terhadap jaringan lunak mulut siswa. Metode: Penelitian ini merupakan analitik crossectional terhadap  data /catatan kesehatan gigi siswa SDK Yahya meliputi umur dan keadaan jaringan lunak mulut. Populasi dalam penelitian ini adalah seluruh data /catatan kesehatan jaringan lunak siswa SDK Yahya tahun ajaran 2012–2013. Jumlah sampel dihitung dengan rumus besaran sampel minimal : n = N/N(d)2 + 1 dan didapatkan jumlah sampel adalah 180.12 Setelah mendapatkan jumlah sampel minimal, metode pengambilan sampel yang digunakan adalah sampling sistematis. Hasil: Secara umum kondisi jaringan lunak mulut siswa-siswa yang diperiksa adalah baik. Uji t menunjukkan pengaruh parsial signifikan pada 3 kondisi jaringan mulut yaitu bibir normal, bibir kering dan lidah normal. Uji hipotesis  (Uji F) menunjukkan pengaruh umur terhadap kondisi jaringan lunak mulut menunjukkan nilai F hitung (4,224) > F tabel (1,686), sehingga Ho ditolak artinya secara simultan terdapat pengaruh yang signifikan dari umur terhadap kondisi jaringan lunak mulut. Simpulan: Terdapat pengaruh umur terhadap kesehatan jaringan lunak mulut siswa usia sekolah dasar.Kata kunci: Umur, jaringan lunak mulut, siswa sekolah dasar ABSTRACTIntroduction: Age is one of the factors that influence an individual's health behaviour. The more you get older and the higher the education, the higher your knowledge about oral hygiene thus expected that oral hygiene would be better in line with aging. The oral cavity consists of hard and soft tissue. Oral soft tissue consists of labial mucosa, buccal mucosa, palate, gingiva, frenulum and tongue. This study was aimed to determine the influence of age on the oral soft tissues of elementary students. Methods: This study was a cross-sectional analytic of dental records of Yahya students, including the students’ age and oral soft tissue condition. The population in this study were all dental records of Yahya Christian Elementary School students' regarding the health of soft tissue, from 2012 to 2013 school year. The number of samples was calculated with a minimum sample size formula: n = N / N (d) 2 + 1 and the number of samples obtained is 180.12 After getting the minimum number of samples, the sampling method used was systematic sampling. Results: In general, the oral soft tissue condition of the students examined was good. The t-test showed a significant partial effect on 3 conditions of oral tissue, namely age lips, dry lips, and normal tongue. Hypothesis test (F-test) on the effect of age on the condition of oral soft tissue showed the calculated F-value (4.224) > F table (1.686) so that Ho was rejected, meaning that simultaneously, there was a significant effect of age on the condition of oral soft tissue. Conclusion: There was an influence of age on the health of elementary school-age students’ oral soft tissue.Keywords: Age, oral soft tissue, elementary school students

scholarly journals Clinicostatistical observations of oral soft tissue injuries caused by a toothbrush in children

2005 ◽  
Vol 51 (12) ◽  
pp. 630-633 ◽  
Author(s):  
Masaki OKUBO ◽  
Toshio YOKOBAYASHI ◽  
Takeshi SHIMIZU ◽  
Hideki GOTO ◽  
Rie SUZUKI
Keyword(s):  
Soft Tissue ◽  
Soft Tissue Injuries ◽  
Tissue Injuries ◽  
Oral Soft Tissue

Causes and prevalence of dental and oral soft tissue injuries in school children in Zagreb, Croatia

2014 ◽  
pp. 171-175
Author(s):  
Marko Vuletić ◽  
Josip Škaričić ◽  
Mirko Soldo ◽  
Zdenko Trampuš ◽  
Ivana Čuković Bagić ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Soft Tissue ◽  
School Children ◽  
Soft Tissue Injuries ◽  
Tissue Injuries ◽  
Oral Soft Tissue

scholarly journals Effects of Reinforced Oral Hygiene Instruction Program With and Without Professional Tooth Cleaning on Plaque Control and Gingival Health of Orthodontic Patients Wearing Multibracket Appliances

2019 ◽  
Vol 53 (4) ◽  
pp. 272-277
Author(s):  
Sapna Singla ◽  
Priyanka Gupta ◽  
Gurvanit Lehl ◽  
Manjit Talwar
Keyword(s):  
Oral Hygiene ◽  
Plaque Score ◽  
Tooth Cleaning ◽  
Gingival Health ◽  
Group I ◽  
Orthodontic Patients ◽  
Plaque Control ◽  
The Mean ◽  
Group Ii ◽  
Oral Hygiene Instruction

Introduction: Fixed orthodontic therapy is considered to be one of the important risk factor for plaque accumulation, since various orthodontic components serves as the retentive areas for plaque accumulation and thus increasing the risk of caries and periodontitis. Therefore these patients must be encouraged to maintain good oral health throughout the treatment. Objective: To investigate the effects of reinforced oral hygiene instruction programme with and without professional tooth cleaning on the plaque accumulation and gingival health of orthodontic patients wearing fixed multibracket appliances. Material and Methods: Forty patients with fixed orthodontic appliances in the age range of 12–28 years were divided randomly into Group I (n=20) and Group II (n=20). Group I received oral hygiene instructions and Group II received similar instructions supplemented with one sitting of professional tooth cleaning. The plaque and gingival index were recorded at the baseline (before the instructions), after 4 and 8 weeks in both the groups. At each visit all the instructions were reinforced in both the groups. Results: Intergroup comparison showed significant decrease in the mean plaque score at 4 weeks in Group II (p<0.01), but no significant difference in the mean plaque score at 8 weeks and mean gingival scores at 4 and 8 weeks between both the groups. Within the group comparison, showed that the mean values of both the indices showed significant decrease after 8 weeks in both the groups (p<0.01). Conclusion: Reinforced oral hygiene instruction programme with or without professional prophylaxis can lead to efficient control of plaque accumulation as well as improvement in the gingival health of orthodontic patients wearing multibracket appliances. However, provision of professional tooth cleaning should be based on individual plaque control needs.

Correlation between plaque control and gingival health using short and extended oral hygiene intervals

2018 ◽  
Vol 22 (7) ◽  
pp. 2593-2597 ◽  
Author(s):  
S. C. De David ◽  
T. G. Mário ◽  
G. C. De Freitas ◽  
K. Z. Kantorski ◽  
U. M. E. Wikesjö ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Oral Hygiene ◽  
Gingival Health ◽  
Plaque Control

scholarly journals Effect of three different motivational techniques on oral hygiene and gingival health of patients undergoing multibracketed orthodontics

2011 ◽  
Vol 81 (5) ◽  
pp. 884-888 ◽  
Author(s):  
Shivesh Acharya ◽  
Ashima Goyal ◽  
Ashok Kumar Utreja ◽  
Utkal Mohanty
Keyword(s):  
Oral Hygiene ◽  
Phase Contrast ◽  
Orthodontic Treatment ◽  
Control Measures ◽  
Phase Contrast Microscopy ◽  
Group Iii ◽  
Gingival Health ◽  
Group I ◽  
Contrast Microscopy ◽  
Plaque Control

Abstract Objective: To compare the effectiveness of three different motivational techniques for maintaining good oral hygiene during fixed appliance orthodontic treatment. Materials and Methods: A total of 62 adolescents in the age range of 12–18 years, requiring fixed orthodontic treatment were evaluated for the efficacy of three different motivational techniques, ie, conventional plaque control measures (group I), chair side motivational tests with conventional plaque control measures (group II), and phase contrast microscopy with conventional plaque control measures (group III), in improving oral hygiene and gingival health over a period of 6 months. Results: A gradual decline in mean plaque scores in group III was found, ie, from 1.13 ± 0.42 at baseline to 0.64 ± 0.39 at 6 months (P &lt; .05). An intragroup analysis of mean gingivitis scores in group III showed statistically significant decline in the mean gingival scores from 1.49 ± 0.45 to 1.08 ± 0.61 over a period of 6 months(P &lt; .05). Conclusions: Phase contrast microscopy along with the conventional method of plaque disclosure and demonstration of the horizontal scrubbing method of brushing have a long-lasting effect on the patient. This reduces the need of frequent reinforcement sessions of plaque control programs when compared to chair side motivational tests and conventional plaque control measures.

scholarly journals Oral health of older people: tracking soft tissue injuries for the prevention of oral cancer

2018 ◽  
Vol 52 (0) ◽  
Author(s):  
Maria Vieira de Lima Saintrain ◽  
Anna Beatriz Vieira Bandeira ◽  
Luciana Leite Pequeno ◽  
Davi Oliveira Bizerril ◽  
Paulo Leonardo Ponte Marques ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Older Adults ◽  
Oral Health ◽  
Soft Tissue ◽  
Oral Cancer ◽  
Older People ◽  
Health Care Providers ◽  
Soft Tissue Injuries ◽  
Care Providers ◽  
Tissue Injuries ◽  
Oral Soft Tissue

ABSTRACT Objective: To detect oral soft tissue injuries in older people. Method: A quantitative analytical cross-sectional study conducted in Fortaleza, Ceará. Individual interviews addressed age, gender, marital status, income, and education. The community oral health indicator was used to detect oral soft tissue injuries and their location. Results: Most of the 821 participants aged 60-100 years were women (580; 70.6%), attended school for up to 5 years (401; 48.8%), were illiterate (201; 24.5%), were retired (608; 74.1%), and received up to 2 wages (701; 85.4%). A total of 604 participants (73.6%) wore dentures. Injuries included red patches (152; 55.9%), blisters (58; 21.3%), lesions and/or wounds (39; 14.3%), and white patches (30; 11%). Locations of injuries were the roof of the mouth (167; 61.4%), gums (62; 22.8%), cheeks (39; 14.3%), tongue (15; 5.5%), lips (15; 5.5%), and the floor of the mouth (12; 4.4%). Injuries were associated with age (p<0.001), retirement (p=0.005), education (p=0.010), dentures (p<0.001) and red patches (p<0.001). Conclusion: Tracking soft tissue injuries and referring older adults with suspected malignant lesions to the health team should be included as oral cancer identification and prevention measures. Furthermore, health care providers should raise older adults’ awareness of the importance of regular preventive examinations.

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