ReviewDentistry journal2020
Dental Plaque Removal by Ultrasonic Toothbrushes.
Review in Dentistry journal, 2020. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 22 papers.
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22 citing papers in PubMed, 45 citations in OpenAlex.
- The Journey of Oral Hygiene: The Past, the Present, the Future.Journal of periodontal research · 2026Article
- Combating orthopedic implant biofilms - SABER (Study on Agitation for Biofilm Eradication and Reduction) evaluates mechanical, sonication, and radiofrequency approaches: a preclinical in vitro study.Acta orthopaedica · 2026Article
- A pilot study on the novel use of an ultrasonic toothbrush in dogs: limited effect on dental calculus following a single treatment.Acta veterinaria Scandinavica · 2026Article
- Comparative effects of bioelectric and manual toothbrushing on acrylic denture teeth: Surface integrity and wear analysis.PloS one · 2026Article
- Assessment of Interdental Space and Satisfaction Change in Interdental Toothbrush Size Application and Usage According to Interdental Gap Measurement.Oral health & preventive dentistry · 2025Article
- Effect of Manual, Electric, and Sonic Toothbrushing on Retention and Surface Integrity of Resin-Based Sealants.International journal of dentistry · 2025Article
- Microbiological and molecular aspects of periodontitis pathogenesis: an infection-induced inflammatory condition.Frontiers in cellular and infection microbiology · 2025Review
- Loss of Fine Motor Dexterity and Reduced Oral Hygiene 15 Years After Diagnosis of Multifocal Motor Neuropathy with Screw-Retained Implant-Supported Rehabilitation: Literature Review and Case Report.Oral health & preventive dentistry · 2024Review
- Comparison of the Short Time Effect of an Oral Hygiene Education in Four Sessions via Quantitative Light-Induced Fluorescence Technology Versus Disclosing Agents in Children: A Randomized, Crossover Clinical Trial.Children (Basel, Switzerland) · 2024Article
- Critical hydrodynamic force levels for efficient removal of oral biofilms in simulated interdental spaces.Clinical oral investigations · 2024Article
- Assessment of Interleukin-6 Levels andInternational journal of clinical pediatric dentistry · 2024Article
- Investigation of the effects of Bipolar Radiofrequency Energy on the Structural Morphology of Dental Plaque.European journal of dentistry · 2024Article
- Efficacy of an Electric Toothbrush With Monitor in Dental Plaque Removal: A Crossover Randomized Controlled Trial.Cureus · 2024Article
- Exploring the Inhibitory Potential ofTheScientificWorldJournal · 2024Article
- Association between muscle quality index and periodontal disease among American adults aged ≥ 30 years: a cross-sectional study and mediation analysis.BMC oral health · 2023Article
- Efficient Removal of Dental Plaque Biofilm from Training Typodont Teeth via Water Flosser.Bioengineering (Basel, Switzerland) · 2023Article
- Association between Handgrip Strength and Periodontitis in Korean Adults Aged ≥30 Years: Data from the Korea National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (2014-2015).International journal of environmental research and public health · 2022Article
- Tooth whitening with an experimental toothpaste containing hydroxyapatite nanoparticles.BMC oral health · 2022Article
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- Improved Oral Health and Adaptation to Treatment in Dogs Using Manual or Ultrasonic Toothbrush or Textile of Nylon or Microfiber for Active Dental Home Care.Animals : an open access journal from MDPI · 2021Article
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4 authors at 2 institutions in 2 countries.
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Abstract
With the variety of toothbrushes on the market, the question arises, which toothbrush is best suited to maintain oral health? This thematic review focuses first on plaque formation mechanisms and then on the plaque removal effectiveness of ultrasonic toothbrushes and their potential in preventing oral diseases like periodontitis, gingivitis, and caries. We overviewed the physical effects that occurred during brushing and tried to address the question of whether ultrasonic toothbrushes effectively reduced the microbial burden by increasing the hydrodynamic forces. The results of published studies show that electric toothbrushes, which combine ultrasonic and sonic (or acoustic and mechanic) actions, may have the most promising effect on good oral health. Existing ultrasonic/sonic toothbrush models do not significantly differ regarding the removal of dental biofilm and the reduction of gingival inflammation compared with other electrically powered toothbrushes, whereas the manual toothbrushes show a lower effectiveness.
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