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ArticleJournal of pharmacy & bioallied sciences2024

Comparative Effectiveness of Modified Manual and Powered Toothbrushing Interventions in Individuals with Disabilities: A Randomized Controlled Trial Assessing Gingival Health.

Abhishek Sinha, Sumit Kumar, Vinod Sargaiyan, Ruby H Kottapalli, Dheeraj Sharma, Ankit Goyal

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6 authors.

Abhishek SinhaDepartment of Periodontology, Purvanchal Institute of Dental Sciences, Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh, India.
Sumit KumarDepartment of Public Health Dentistry, King George Medical University, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, India.
Vinod SargaiyanDepartment of Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology and Oral Microbiology, Maharana Pratap College of Dentistry and Research Centre Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh, India.
Ruby H KottapalliProsthodontist, Private Practitioner, Salsabeel Dental Center, Doha, Qatar.
Dheeraj SharmaDepartment of Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology and Oral Microbiology, Index Institute of Dental Sciences, Indore, Madhya Pradesh, India.
Ankit GoyalDepartment of Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology and Oral Microbiology, Index Institute of Dental Sciences, Indore, Madhya Pradesh, India.

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

Background: Individuals with disabilities face unique challenges in maintaining optimal oral health due to physical, cognitive, and sensory impairments. Gingivitis is a common oral health problem in this population, necessitating effective interventions tailored to their specific needs. Methods: Participants (n = 162) aged 18-65 years, diagnosed with gingivitis and varying disabilities, were recruited. They were randomly assigned to the modified manual toothbrush group or the powered toothbrush group. The interventions included comprehensive training programs that addressed the specific needs of each group. Gingival index and plaque index scores were recorded at baseline and at 4, 8, and 12 weeks. Patient-reported outcomes, including satisfaction, comfort, and ease of use, were assessed. Statistical analyses were performed, including Results: Baseline characteristics did not demonstrate significant differences between groups. Over 12 weeks, both groups showed a significant reduction in gingival and plaque index scores ( Conclusions: This randomized controlled trial provides evidence supporting the effectiveness of modified manual and powered toothbrushing interventions in reducing gingival inflammation among people with disabilities diagnosed with gingivitis.

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Disabilitiesgingival indexgingivitismanual toothbrushoral healthpatient-reported outcomesplaque indexpowered toothbrushrandomized controlled trial

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PMID39926890
PMCPMC11805305

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