Comparison of the cleaning effectiveness of the Philips Sonicare AirFloss Ultra (HX 8331/51) and the miradent I-Prox® P brush used for the prevention of gingivitis and caries during orthodontic treatments with fixed appliances

Phase 3

• Conditions: K02.0; K05.0; K05.1; Caries limited to enamel; Acute gingivitis; Chronic gingivitis

• Registration Number: DRKS00011109
• Lead Sponsor: OÄ der Abteilung für Zahnerhaltung und Präventive Zahnmedizin

Brief Summary

Not available

Detailed Description

Not available

Study Timeline

• Study Start: 2016-09-26
• Study Completion: 2018-07-19
• Last Update Posted: 19 August 2024

Recruitment & Eligibility

• Status: Complete
• Sex: All
• Target Recruitment: 60

Inclusion Criteria

patients with fixed orthodontic appliances
age: 12- 30 years, teeth of permanent dentition
declaration of consent (parents and proband)
only patients with metallic elements in their orthodontic appliance
plaque index at first appointment: =1

Exclusion Criteria

generalized disease
physical and mental handicap, which restricts physical and cognitive skills
allergic reaction to substances used in the test process (e.g. abrasive polishing paste)
missing declaration of consent
gingival hyperplasia
poor compliance

Study & Design

• Study Type: interventional
• Study Design: Not specified