A practice-based study of a power toothbrush: assessment of effectiveness and acceptance
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Power toothbrushes appear to be more effective than manual toothbrushes. This was the conclusion of a study of 3,669 dentists and 16,903 patients who used the Braun Oral-B Ultra Plaque Remover. Dental exams six months after the patients began using the power toothbrush showed that 80% had improved oral health. A survey of 420 dentists and 600 patients found that the dentists were impressed with these results and 70% said they would recommend a power toothbrush to all their patients. Ninety-four percent of the patients said they would continue using the power toothbrush.
Publication Name: Journal of the American Dental Association
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0002-8177
Year: 2000
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Prevention
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Dental research supports the association of gingivitis with periodontitis in susceptible patients, but has not established clear guidelines for identifying high-risk patients. Plaque control clearly prevents the progression of gum inflammation to frank gum disease, and most typical dental hygiene products are effective. Electric toothbrushes may work better than typical manual brushing, and toothpastes with triclosan, stannous fluoride, and chlorhexidine improve plaque control and gum health. Some mouthrinses are effective, but pre-brushing rinses offer no benefit.
Publication Name: Journal of the American Dental Association
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0002-8177
Year: 1998
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A comparison of the efficacy and safety of an electric and a manual children's toothbrush
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An electric toothbrush seems better able to remove plaque than a manual toothbrush. Children have especial difficulty using manual toothbrushes because they do not have the manual dexterity to reach some tooth surfaces. A study of 32 children who alternately used an oscillating/rotating electric toothbrush and a manual toothbrush found that the electric toothbrush removed more plaque and was better at removing plaque from hard-to-reach places than the manual toothbrush.
Publication Name: Journal of the American Dental Association
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0002-8177
Year: 1997
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