ArticleInternational journal of clinical pediatric dentistry
Plaque Removal Efficacy of Different Toothbrushes: A Comparative Study.
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- Evaluation of the isosceles-configured SUN TeethCanadian journal of dental hygiene : CJDH = Journal canadien de l'hygiene dentaire : JCHD · 2021Trial
- Exploring the Role of Novel Colour-Changing Toothpaste as an Aid for Improving Children's Oral Hygiene Behaviour: An In Vivo Study.International journal of dentistry · 2026Article
- Should clinicians recommend oscillating-rotating toothbrushes over sonic models for superior plaque and gingivitis control?Evidence-based dentistry · 2025Article
- Diabetes and oral health: A comparative cross-sectional analysis of DMFT index among diabetic, pre-diabetic, and non-diabetic adults.PloS one · 2025Article
- Systematic Review and Meta Analysis of the Relative Effect on Plaque Index among Pediatric Patients Using Powered (Electric) versus Manual Toothbrushes.Dentistry journal · 2023Review
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Abstract
AIM AND
objectiveThis study aimed to compare the plaque removal efficacy of different toothbrushes and to ascertain the most efficient mechanical mean for daily plaque removal so as to maintain oral health in a preeminent way. STUDY
designIt was a randomized controlled clinical trial consisting of 60 subjects divided into three groups (group I ultrasonic and sonic toothbrush, group II multidirectional toothbrush, and group III manual toothbrush) with 20 in each group. Prebrushing and postbrushing plaque scores were recorded at weekly intervals for four weeks using Turesky modification of Quigley and Hein plaque index.
resultsStatistically significant differences (
conclusionGroup II (i.e., multidirectional toothbrush) showed maximum mean percent reduction in prebrushing and postbrushing plaque scores at the end of four weeks when compared with the baseline values followed by ultrasonic toothbrush and manual toothbrush. HOW TO CITE THIS ARTICLE: Aggarwal N, Gupta S, Grover R,
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