J Dent Oral Biol | Volume 6, Issue 1 | Research Article | Open Access

Plaque Removal Effect by Round-Shaped Toothbrush

Kosuke Muraoka^1*, Masaki Morishita¹, Ryota Kibune1, Makoto Yokota² and Shuji Awano¹

¹Department of Oral Function, Division of Clinical Education Development and Research, Kyushu Dental University, Kitakyushu, Japan ²Yokota Dental Academy, Fukuoka, Japan

^*Correspondance to: Kosuke Muraoka 

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Abstract

Background and Objective: Plaque control is the most important factor in periodontal therapy. Especially patient with periodontitis needs good plaque control. We have developed round-shaped toothbrush and have tested its effectiveness of plaque removal. Materials and Methods: We have selected ten volunteer students from Kyushu dental university dental hygienist course, and all volunteers were informed and consented. All members had healthy and periodontal tissue. Before examination, plaque index was calculated by O’Leary’s Plaque Control Record (PCR). After 10 min brushing by bath method, plaque index were calculated again. Results: Round-shaped toothbrush revealed significantly high plaque removal rate on lingual side of mandibular molars. Conclusion: Round-shaped toothbrush might have possibility to lead to the perfect plaque control.

Keywords:

Round-shaped toothbrush; Oral hygiene; Tooth brushing; Dental plaque

Citation:

Muraoka K, Morishita M, Kibune R, Yokota M, Awano S. Plaque Removal Effect by Round-Shaped Toothbrush. J Dent Oral Biol. 2021; 6(1): 1175. ISSN: 2475-5680.