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 +4 more
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Interdental brushes for improving oral hygiene in patients with fixed orthodontic appliances: a systematic review. [PDF]
Ji X, Zou Q, Tian L.
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ABSTRACT Aim To evaluate an interprofessional learning (IPL) session involving dental hygiene students and nursing students and to investigate the nursing students' oral health‐related knowledge and attitudes. Material and Method First, a questionnaire about knowledge and attitudes regarding oral health was answered by 84 nursing students. After an IPL
Annica Almståhl +2 more
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A Theory-Based Digital Intervention to Improve Maternal Oral Health Behaviors for Young Children: Quasi-Experimental Study. [PDF]
Zhao M +5 more
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ABSTRACT Objective To explore, as a part of oral health literacy conceptual content, how migrant mothers utilise oral health‐related information to maintain and promote oral health in their children. Materials and Methods In‐depth interviews were conducted with seven migrant mothers of children up to 10 years old resettled in Kalmar County, Sweden. The
Elena Shmarina +2 more
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Three-Dimensional Analysis of Morphological Adaptation and Wear in Restorations Performed Using the Stamp Technique with Different Viscosity Composite Resins. [PDF]
Akay Dede İ, Yazım A, Kedici Alp C.
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The Complex World of Toothpaste Diversity, Meeting Patient Clinical Needs. An Umbrella Review
ABSTRACT Background Amidst numerous recent advancements in toothpaste formulations and active ingredients, some clinicians may believe all toothpastes are similar despite differences in their active ingredients and corresponding clinical application.
Jeanie Suvan, Crystal Marruganti
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Bilateral interdental cleaning after powered toothbrushing: an in vitro comparison of interdental brushes and elastomeric interdental picks. [PDF]
Naeve S +7 more
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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 +6 more
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Improving cerebral palsy children's oral hygiene: an 18-month school-based oral health promotion program in Bangkok, Thailand. [PDF]
Songsiripradubboon S, Krisdapong S.
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