Clinical evaluation of the effect of an ultrasonic toothbrush on plaque, gingivitis, and gingival bleeding: A six-month study

G. T. Terezhalmy, H. Iffland, C. Jelepis, J. Waskowski

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Abstract

This study evaluated the long-term effect of an ultrasonic toothbrush used as part of a daily oral hygiene regimen on supragingival plaque, gingivitis, and gingival bleeding. Compared with a conventional toothbrush, the ultrasonic toothbrush was significantly more effective in reducing plaque formation (p<0.05), removing plaque (p<0.05), and reducing gingivitis (p<0.05) during the 6-month study period.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Pages (from-to)97-103
Number of pages7
JournalThe Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry
Volume73
Issue number1
DOIs
StatePublished - Jan 1995

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Oral Surgery

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