A new toothbrushing technique for patients with orthodontic braces.

Completed

• Conditions: oral hygiene; Oral and Gastrointestinal - Other diseases of the mouth, teeth, oesophagus, digestive system including liver and colon

• Registration Number: ACTRN12615000612516
• Lead Sponsor: Faculty of Dentistry, University of Otago

Brief Summary

Not available

Detailed Description

Not available

Study Timeline

• Results First Posted: 1900-01-01
• Study Start: 2015-06-12
• Last Update Posted: 13 January 2020

Recruitment & Eligibility

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

Inclusion Criteria

1. aged between 11 and 40 years,
2. undergoing orthodontic treatment with fixed appliances,
3. residual treatment duration of at least 3 months,
4. presence of 20 natural teeth or more.

Exclusion Criteria

1. fixed lingual orthodontic appliances,
2. systemic diseases that may affect oral hygiene or gingival health,
3. periodontal disease,
4. extensive dental restorations.

Study & Design

• Study Type: Interventional
• Study Design: Not specified

Primary Outcome Measures

Name	Time	Method
Plaque index[The 1st month, 2nd month, and 3rd month after the interventions.];Gingival index[The 1st month, 2nd month, and 3rd month after the interventions.]

Secondary Outcome Measures

Name	Time	Method
Bracket bond failure will be be recorded if the bracket is debonded from the enamel during the trial.[The 1st month, 2nd month, and 3rd month after the interventions.]