Efficacy of the ecological bamboo toothbrush in the elimination of dental biofilm
The aim of this study was to determine the efficacy of a bamboo eco-friendly toothbrush in dental biofilm removal. A cross-over, examiner-blinded trial was conducted with a sample of 20 dental students. Participants were instructed to abstain from toothbrushing for 24 hours. In the first appointment...
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Facultad de Odontología de la Universidad Nacional del Nordeste (FOUNNE)
2023
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| Sumario: | The aim of this study was to determine the efficacy of a bamboo eco-friendly toothbrush in dental biofilm removal. A cross-over, examiner-blinded trial was conducted with a sample of 20 dental students. Participants were instructed to abstain from toothbrushing for 24 hours. In the first appointment, two groups were formed (Group B for the bamboo eco-friendly toothbrush and Group P for the plastic toothbrush), and they were instructed to perform toothbrushing using the Modified Bass Technique. Pre- and post-brushing dental biofilm were recorded using the Turesky-Gilmore-Glickman Plaque Index (TMQHPI). After one week of brushing, in the second appointment, the groups were crossed, repeating the same process. Both groups showed a significant reduction in dental biofilm after toothbrushing. The rate of reduction in dental biofilm across the entire mouth was higher in Group B (87.04 ± 2.64) compared to Group P (86.46 ± 2.46); however, no statistically significant difference was found between the groups. The bamboo eco-friendly toothbrush demonstrated similar efficacy to the plastic toothbrush in reducing dental biofilm. |
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