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Filter by:This study aims to use two-arm randomized clinical trials to evaluate the effectiveness of the health diary in helping adolescents wearing fixed orthodontic appliances improve their oral hygiene status, self-management skills, oral health-related quality of life, self-efficacy, intention，number of breakages, and on-time and return visit status.
The oral hygiene method commonly used in intubated patients orotracheal is tooth brushing (mechanical removal) and washing the oral cavity and the orotracheal tube (TOT) with digluconate solution chlorhexidine (CLX). However, recent studies have demonstrated that the use of CLX in these conditions may expose the patient to a potential increased risk of mortality. Recent recommendations made by international bodies related to hospital biosafety no longer include the use of CLX in ICU oral hygiene routine. A question not yet answered in the literature is whether the absence of CLX in the critical patient's oral hygiene routine predisposes increased accumulation of dental plaque or microbial colonization related to the risk of systemic complications, such as pneumonia and sepsis. The cost-effectiveness of this protocol change also needs to be evaluated, as the withdrawal of CLX may result in changes in the risk profile morbidity and mortality during hospitalization. The present study aims to investigate whether brushing the oral cavity with mineral water changes the pattern of biofilm accumulation and clinical appearance of the oral mucosa in relation to brushing done with CLX. Microbiological analysis of the oropharyngeal biofilm and cost-effectiveness impact assessment will also be carried out.
The goal of this clinical trial was to compare two different oral hygiene instruction methods on oral hygiene behavior in older adults. We also wanted to evaluate the self-perception of oral health changes with each instruction method. The main questions we aim to answer were: - Which method has better results in changing oral hygiene habits? - Which method has better results in reducing bacterial plaque? Participants: - Completed a questionnaire about socioeconomic aspects and oral hygiene habits; - Were examined to assess their oral hygiene status; - Completed a questionnaire about self-perception of oral health; - Received oral hygiene instruction (depending on the group: Generalised Approach or Personalised Technique). Two months later, they were assessed again on oral hygiene habits, oral hygiene status, and self-perception of oral health.
The aim of this study is to investigate the effectiveness of an oral care program on the oral hygiene for residents in long-term care facility.
The goal of this observational study is to learn about in the relationship between acne vulgaris and oral hygiene and gingivitis. The main questions it aims to answer are: - Is there a relationship between the severity of acne vulgaris lesions and the severity of plaque-related gingivitis? - Could oral hygiene or the severity of plaque-related gingivitis have an impact on the treatment of acne lesions? Participants will; - First be examined at the dermatology clinic. - Then be examined at the periodontology clinic. - Participants with severe acne vulgaris lesions will be examined a second time at the dermatology clinic. (1.5 months after the first examination) - Regularly use the antibiotic containing 100 mg doxycycline prescribed in the dermatology clinic for acne treatment. (Patients deemed suitable by the dermatologist)
Control groups will be formed in the 2-12 age group using standard manual toothbrushes, and the effectiveness of 360-degree bristle toothbrushes will be compared. Study design: Experimental study
The main aim of this study is to investigate the ability of an experimental dentifrice containing 5 percent (%) potassium nitrate (KNO3), 1% alumina and 5% sodium tripolyphosphate (STP), to maintain tooth color and reduce extrinsic dental stain accumulation following peroxide tooth bleaching compared to a regular fluoride dentifrice.
The aim of the present study will be to determine if different forms of active reminders regarding oral hygiene compliance have an influence on the level of compliance within orthodontic patients
Dental photography is an essential component of orthodontic treatment. Photographs enable the clinician to keep record of different stages of treatment. Other uses are for treatment planning, communicating with the patients and other specialists, comparison of pre-treatment and post-treatment changes, for research purpose and also for patient's motivation. Images captured before, during and after treatment provide legal protection when necessary. In the orthodontic discipline, at least three extra-oral and five intra-oral photographs are recommended. Extra-oral photographs should correctly reflect patient's appearance and intra-oral photographs should show complete dentition and occlusion. Oral hygiene is controlled by the patient during orthodontic treatment which requires proper motivation. Motivational methods are classified as chair-side education, message reminders, behavioral modification and Hawthorne effect. Patients' motivation plays an important role in maintaining favorable oral hygiene. A number of studies have shown the effect of motivational methods on oral hygiene improvement. In one of these studies, 80 patients who needed orthodontic treatment were selected and randomly distributed into two equal groups as control group and study group. The study group patients were included in a Whatsapp where they shared their own photographs (selfies) and received text messages, while the control group patients were not included in any Whatsapp group. Baseline PI scoring was 0.48(0.34) in control group and 0.41(0.32) in study group, After 3 months PI scoring was 1.72(0.33) in control group and 1.68(0.40) in study group. Results showed that sharing of selfies improves oral hygiene compliance in Orthodontic patients. The purpose of this study was to determine probable effect of pre-treatment photographs on oral hygiene maintenance in orthodontic patients. To our knowledge no such study has been done previously. This would help us in making patients understand the importance of oral hygiene maintenance. The results will also be used by other practitioners.
The purpose of this open-label, randomized controlled clinical trial, is to provide preliminary clinical data (efficacy on plaque and gingival sensitivity, and safety and tolerability of two types of toothpaste, a mouthwash, and a specifically custom-designed toothbrush used for 28 days), as well as descriptive data on the effects of the products on oral microbiota rebalancing and patient acceptability. Eighty-four participants with a history of poor oral hygiene are visited at baseline and after 28 days of administration of the tested products. The control group consisted of 12 participants who continued to use their oral care products without changing their normal routine. At baseline and at the end of treatment (final visit), the oral microbiome is also evaluated in a group of 12 subjects allocated randomly.