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An Evaluation of a New Ultrasonic Water Irrigator in the Management of Gingival Health: A Randomised Study

International Journal of Dental Hygiene, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Introduction This randomised, single‐blind, controlled study aimed to compare daily adjunctive use of an ultrasonic water irrigation device to dental floss in controlling plaque and gingival inflammation in patients with gingivitis. Methods Participants were randomly allocated to either daily use of an ultrasonic water irrigator or dental ...
Susan M. Bissett, Polina Gulakova, Katrin Unbereit, Robin A. Seymour, Philip M. Preshaw   +4 more
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Effect of functional appliance therapy on the quality of life in skeletal Class II malocclusion

Australasian Orthodontic Journal, 2018
A Class II malocclusion is a common orthodontic problem that may affect social acceptance and the self-esteem of the patient. The aim of the present study was to evaluate the effect of functional appliance therapy on the oral health-related quality of ...
Imani Mohammad Moslem, Tabaii Elaheh Seyed, Jamshidi Saba, Arab Sepideh   +3 more
doaj   +1 more source

Prevalence of Dental Caries in Persons With or Without Long‐Term Experience of Positive Airway Pressure‐Treated Obstructive Sleep Apnoea

International Journal of Dental Hygiene, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Oral dryness is common in persons with untreated obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA) as well as in those using positive airway pressure (PAP). OSA with or without PAP treatment could therefore be a risk factor of dental caries. Objectives To describe and compare the prevalence of dental caries among persons with or without PAP‐treated OSA.
H. Ahonen, K. Berggren, C. Kvarnvik, O. Sunnergren, U. Lindmark, A. Broström, M. Stensson   +6 more
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Efficacy of a Novel Treatment Approach for Obstructive Sleep Apnea

Biomedicines
Objective: This study evaluates the efficacy of a novel approach to oral appliance therapy (“OAT”) for the treatment of obstructive sleep apnea (“OSA”).
Brandon Hedgecock, Max Kerr, Jenny Tran, Ben Sutter, Phillip Neal, Gilles Besnainou, Erin Mosca, Len Liptak   +7 more
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Functional Independence Related to Oral Hygiene and Periodontal Status in Patients With Down Syndrome

International Journal of Dental Hygiene, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Objectives This study aimed to investigate the relationship between functional independence, oral hygiene habits and periodontal status in patients with Down syndrome (DS). Methods A cross‐sectional observational study was conducted with 49 patients with Down Syndrome. Sociodemographic data, oral hygiene habits and functional independence were
Joana Albuquerque Bastos de Sousa, Kátia Maria Martins Veloso, Monique Maria Melo Mouchrek, Mayra Moura Franco, Cecilia Claudia Costa Ribeiro, Vandilson Pinheiro Rodrigues, Bruno Braga Benatti   +6 more
wiley   +1 more source

Evaluation and compare the use of intraoral appliance (Palatal crib) and behavior therapy (aversive taste and positive reinforcement) in Digit–sucking management in 6-12 years old children

مجله دانشکده دندانپزشکی اصفهان, 2009
Introduction: The aim of this study was to evaluate the efficacy of intraoral appliance (palatalcrib) and behavior therapy (aversive taste and positive reinforcement) in digit-suckingmanagement in 6- 12 years old children.Material and Methods: In this ...
M Hajnorouzali Tehrani, P Ziaei Moghadam, S Arman   +2 more
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Side effects of mandibular advancement splints for the treatment of snoring and obstructive sleep apnea: a systematic review

Dental Press Journal of Orthodontics
Introduction: Occlusal side effects or development of pain and/or functional impairment of the temporomandibular complex are potential reasons for poor compliance or abandonment of mandibular advancement splints treatment for snoring and obstructive ...
Olivia de Freitas Mendes Martins, Cauby Maia Chaves Junior, Rowdley Robert Pereira Rossi, Paulo Afonso Cunali, Cibele Dal-Fabbro, Lia Bittencourt   +5 more
doaj   +1 more source

Therapeutic efficacy of a hybrid mandibular advancement device in the management of obstructive sleep apnea assessed with acoustic reflection technique

Indian Journal of Dental Research, 2015
Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is one of the most common forms of sleep-disordered breathing. Various treatment modalities include behavior modification therapy, nasal continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP), oral appliance therapy, and various ...
S S Agarwal, B Jayan, Sunil Kumar
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Influence of Manual and Powered Toothbrushes on Gingival Lesions: A Systematic Review and Meta‐Analysis

International Journal of Dental Hygiene, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Aim The aim of the present systematic review is to compare the effects of manual vs. powered toothbrushes on gingival lesions. Methods Comprehensive literature searches of PubMed, Embase, Scopus, and the Cochrane Library were conducted up to May 6, 2024, to identify randomized clinical trials examining the impact of manual and powered ...
C. Molina, R. P. Pimentel, H. J. R. Oballe, F. W. M. G. Muniz, C. K. Rösing   +4 more
wiley   +1 more source

Efficacy of a 2% Chlorhexidine‐Impregnated Dental Floss in Adults With Gingivitis: A Randomised Clinical Trial

International Journal of Dental Hygiene, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Objective This study aimed to assess the antigingivitis and antiplaque efficacy of a 2% chlorhexidine (CHX)‐impregnated dental floss in adults with gingivitis. Methods This randomised clinical study included 42 patients diagnosed with gingivitis. They were randomly allocated into three groups: no interdental cleaning (NIC) group, which did not
Manuela Ferrari da Silva, Maísa Casarin, Cassiano Kuchenbecker Rösing, Giovanna Bertollo Tambara, Pedro Paulo Almeida de Dantas, Francielli Fernandez Garcia, Eduardo José Gaio, Francisco Wilker Mustafa Gomes Muniz   +7 more
wiley   +1 more source