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Efficacy of Air‐Polishing in Managing Biofilm Formation in Patients Wearing Fixed Orthodontic Appliances: A Single‐Blind, Split‐Mouth, Randomised Controlled Trial

International Journal of Dental Hygiene, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Objectives To investigate the efficacy of air‐polishing in managing biofilm formation in patients wearing fixed orthodontic appliances. Methods This pilot study was designed as a single‐blind split‐mouth randomised controlled study. Twenty patients undergoing fixed orthodontic treatment were enrolled.
James Millar, Tianyou Wu, Richard D. Cannon, Mauro Farella, Li Mei   +4 more
wiley   +1 more source

The Evidence Base of Fluoride Videos on TikTok

International Journal of Dental Hygiene, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Objective The fluoride controversy has intensified in recent years, partly due to new research suggesting negative health effects. Simultaneously, TikTok has become a prominent platform for disseminating oral health‐related content, but its accuracy remains uncertain.
Annel Lueth, Lance Brendan Young
wiley   +1 more source

Dental Plaque Scores After 2 or 3 Minutes Toothbrushing: A Systematic Review and Meta‐Analysis

International Journal of Dental Hygiene, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Aim Compared to the standard recommended brushing duration of 2 min, what is the effect of a 3 min on dental plaque scores, based on data from single toothbrushing exercises? PROSPERO: CRD42023445354. Methods MEDLINE‐PubMed, Cochrane‐CENTRAL and Embase databases were searched up to May 2025 to identify eligible studies.
Lars S. J. Toonen, Tim M. J. A. Thomassen, Anouk W. M. Loeffen, Mark F. Timmerman, Fridus A. van der Weijden, Dagmar Else Slot   +5 more
wiley   +1 more source

The Greek Version of the Child Oral Health Impact Profile‐Short Form 19: Translation, Cultural Adaptation and Psychometric Properties

International Journal of Dental Hygiene, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Objectives Tools evaluating how oral health affects the quality of life in children serve as valuable patient‐related outcome measures (PROMs). This study aimed to develop a culturally adapted Greek version of the Child Oral Health Impact Profile‐Short Form 19 (COHIP‐SF 19) and assess its psychometric properties.
Galateia Kyriakidou, Chrysanthi Anagnostou, Artemis Diamantopoulou, Theodoros Dardavesis, Apostolos Matiakis, Zoi Tsimtsiou   +5 more
wiley   +1 more source

THE ROLE OF PLASTICS IN ORTHODONTICS ORTHODONTIC APPLIANCES

Romanian Journal of Oral Rehabilitation, 2020
Orthodontics is a branch of dentistry that addresses the etiopathogenesis, clinic, diagnosis and various methods of treatment of dento-maxillary anomalies. The importance of Orthodontics as a study subject has increased, due to the increased number of dento-maxillary anomalies, which have direct consequences on craniofacial function and morphology and ...
Madalina Matei, Alina Ramona Dimofte, Grigore Ionuta, Gabriel G. Condurache, Iolanda Florentina Dumitru, Scutariu Mihaela-Monica, Ana Maria Zaharescu, Gabi Topor   +7 more
openaire   +1 more source

Air‐Flowing and Plaque Disclosing for Professional Biofilm Removal in Paediatric Patients: A Randomized Controlled Clinical Trial of Four Techniques

International Journal of Dental Hygiene, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Introduction Professional Mechanical Plaque Removal (PMPR) in paediatric patients can be challenging due to limited cooperation and access. The use of plaque disclosing agents (PD) in combination with air‐flowing devices employing low‐abrasiveness powders has demonstrated improved plaque removal in adults, with additional advantages in terms ...
Mensi Magda, Scotti Eleonora, Marchetti Silvia, Garzetti Gianluca, Sordillo Annamaria, Dalè Matteo, Maffeis Elisa, Calza Stefano, Elena Bardellini   +8 more
wiley   +1 more source

The Contemporary Use of Removable Orthodontic Appliances

, 2004
Although apparently simple and efficient to use, removable appliances are no longer the appliance of choice for comprehensive orthodontic treatment in the permanent dentition.
Stephen Ward, M.J.F. Read
core   +1 more source

Surface‐Specific and Time‐Dependent Stain Removal Around Orthodontic Brackets: An In Vitro Comparison of Manual Toothbrush Designs

International Journal of Dental Hygiene, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Objective This study evaluated the efficacy of different manual toothbrush designs in removing extrinsic stains around orthodontic brackets using surface‐specific and time‐dependent assessments. Methods Fifty extracted premolars bonded with brackets and archwires were stained and randomly allocated to five toothbrush groups: conventional (CTB),
Shea Lee Lim, Khairil Aznan Mohamed Khan, Hsu Zenn Yew, Murshida Marizan Nor   +3 more
wiley   +1 more source

Revitalization Treatment in Endodontics: A State‐Of‐The‐Art Review

International Endodontic Journal, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Ten years after the European Society of Endodontology (ESE) issued its inaugural Position Statement in 2016, revitalization (BrE: revitalisation) treatment has progressed from an experimental approach to a cornerstone of contemporary endodontic practice.
M. Widbiller, X. Petridis, G. Krastl, N. Meschi, J. Camilleri, H. F. Duncan, M. T. Arias‐Moliz, J. G. Leprince, G. Van Gorp, M. Arnold, K. M. Galler, S. Simon, B. Kahler   +12 more
wiley   +1 more source

Risk Factors and Management of Gingival Enlargement: A Systematic Review and Meta‐Analysis

Journal of Clinical Periodontology, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Objective To identify risk factors/indicators of gingival enlargement (GE) and to summarise evidence for its management. Methods A systematic review was undertaken following PRISMA guidelines and divided into PECOTS and PICOTS questions, related to risk factors/indicators and treatment studies, respectively.
Luigi Nibali, Emily Ming‐Chieh Lu, Helvis E. S. Paz, Jing Kang, Nagihan Bostanci, Georgios N. Belibasakis   +5 more
wiley   +1 more source