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ArticleInternational journal of dentistry2025

Effect of Manual, Electric, and Sonic Toothbrushing on Retention and Surface Integrity of Resin-Based Sealants.

Francesco Saverio Ludovichetti, Alessia Rizzato, Valentina Galante, Giovanni Tinazzo, Gabriel Leonardo Magrin, Ernesto Comitale, Edoardo Stellini, Sergio Mazzoleni

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Article in International journal of dentistry, 2025. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 2 papers.

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Francesco Saverio LudovichettiDepartment of Neurosciences, Padova University, Padova, Italy.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4960-3534
Alessia RizzatoDepartment of Neurosciences, Padova University, Padova, Italy.
Valentina GalanteDepartment of Neurosciences, Padova University, Padova, Italy.
Giovanni TinazzoDepartment of Neurosciences, Padova University, Padova, Italy.
Gabriel Leonardo MagrinDepartment of Dentistry, Federal University of Santa Catarina, Florianópolis, Brazil.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0003-0724-0560
Ernesto ComitaleDepartment of Neurosciences, Padova University, Padova, Italy.
Edoardo StelliniDepartment of Neurosciences, Padova University, Padova, Italy.
Sergio MazzoleniDepartment of Neurosciences, Padova University, Padova, Italy.

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

Background: Fissure sealants are a proven strategy to prevent occlusal caries in children, but their long-term success depends on mechanical stability. While toothbrush efficacy in plaque removal has been extensively studied, its potential impact on sealant retention and surface integrity remains underexplored. This in vitro study assessed the effect of manual, electric, and sonic toothbrushing on the shear bond strength (SBS) and surface roughness of resin-based sealants. Methods: Sixty flat enamel specimens were obtained from bovine teeth and divided into three groups ( Results: No statistically significant differences in SBS were found among the groups ( Conclusion: Toothbrush type did not affect sealant adhesion under controlled conditions, but sonic brushing increased surface wear. These findings support regular monitoring of sealants in pediatric patients using high-frequency toothbrushes.

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fissure sealantsshear bond strengthsurface roughnesstoothbrushing simulation

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PMID41322707
PMCPMC12664716

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