Aim: The aim of the present study was to test the effect of duration of toothbrushing on plaque reduction for a powered toothbrush compared to a manual toothbrush.
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Brief title
Condition
- Other condition
Synonym
Health condition
gingivitis
Research involving
Sponsors and support
Intervention
Outcome measures
Primary outcome
Endpoint: by standardized measurements and score procedures determine the
effect of the oral hygiene procedure on levels of plaque over the evaluation
period.
Secondary outcome
nvt
Background summary
Background: Effective plaque removal can clearly be achieved by brushing with a
manual or an electric toothbrush, but for success the patient must be diligent
and brush regularly for a sufficient length of time. Since time is a precious
good nowadays, it is interesting to know what the minimum time should be to
brush the teeth properly. In this particular study different lengths of
brushing durations will be investigated.
Study objective
Aim: The aim of the present study was to test the effect of duration of
toothbrushing on plaque reduction for a powered toothbrush compared to a manual
toothbrush.
Study design
Material and methods: This study is designed to test the effect of duration of
toothbrushing on plaque reduction for a powered toothbrush compared to a manual
toothbrush. After abstaining for two days from oral hygiene, plaque will be
assessed. After this the subjects brush themselves under supervision of a
dental hygienist whereby the time of brushing increases from 30 till 120
seconds for the whole mouth. Then plaque will again be assessed. This study
consists of an experiment which will be divided over two visits in which the
duration of toothbrushing differs per quadrant and a manual toothbrush will act
as a control. Brushing duration as well as brush type, being electric and
manual will be randomized over the quadrants.
Intervention
Intervention: Improvement of gingival health by removing plaque with the
electric toothbrush and the manual toothbrush.
Study burden and risks
Risk for subjects: none.
Frankfurther Strasse 145
D-61476 Kronberg im Taunus
Germany
Frankfurther Strasse 145
D-61476 Kronberg im Taunus
Germany
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Age
Inclusion criteria
At least 5 evaluable teeth in each quadrant
Exclusion criteria
No partial dentures, orthodontics banding or wires
No oral lesions or periodontal pockets >5mm
Design
Recruitment
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| Register | ID |
|---|---|
| CCMO | NL13683.018.06 |