The lack of efficacy of a foam brush in maintaining gingival health: a controlled study
- 1 May 1992
- journal article
- clinical trial
- Published by Wiley in Special Care in Dentistry
- Vol. 12 (3) , 103-106
- https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1754-4505.1992.tb00423.x
Abstract
Foam brushes have been used in the oral care of hospitalized patients for many years. However, no controlled study of their efficacy has been conducted. A randomized crossover study, comparing the effectiveness of a foam brush with that of a toothbrush, was carried out. The gingival condition and presence of plaque in the mouths of 29 volunteers were followed. It was shown that a toothbrush was more effective in controlling plaque levels and gingivitis.Keywords
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