We present a novel feedback technique for tooth brushing. Brushing sounds were manipulated and were found to alter the user’s impression. In our experiment, brushing sounds recorded by a microphone in the toothbrush are manipulated and presented to the users in real-time. We demonstrate that frequency manipulation affects feelings of comfort and accomplishment when sound levels are amplified. W...

OBJECTIVE The objective of this randomized, single-use, single-blind, two-group, parallel clinical trial was to evaluate the supragingival plaque removal efficacy of two power interdental devices combined with a manual toothbrush. METHODS Eighty-two (82) subjects completed the study. Subjects were randomly assigned to one of two groups: Waterpik Water Flosser (WF) plus manual tooth brushing o...

background: chewing-gum may serve as an effective oral hygiene device when brushing may not be possible. the aim of the present study was to evaluate the effect of chewing sugar-free gum twice a day after meals in addition to tooth brushing on dental plaque and interdental debris.     methods: twenty four (12 males and 12 females aged 20-21 years) healthy third-year dental students participated...

BACKGROUND AND AIM: The aim of this study was to evaluate the prevalence and severity of oral impact on daily performance (OIDP) in adults attending dental clinics in the city of Kerman, Iran. METHODS: In 2010, a cross-sectional survey was conducted on a sample of 400 patients (age 20-50 years) referring to dental centers in Kerman. Validated OIDP inventory was used to collect data. Clinical ex...

Aim. To evaluate tooth surface loss (TSL) severity and associated risk factors in a representative sample of Saudi adults. Materials and Methods. Four hundred TSL patients (200 females and 200 males) participated in this study. Each patient completed a comprehensive questionnaire interview (using a modified Tooth wear Assessment Questionnaire) and then examined for the severity of TSL (using or...

background and aims. gingival recession (gr), a common problem in periodontium, is associated with various etiologic factors. there is controversy over the role and importance of these factors. the aim of this study was to evaluate the etiologic factors of gr in a group of subjects in northwest iran. materials and methods. in this case-control study, patients referring to a university clinic (1...

Dental and oral health is the main need of people, including to children. Since, about 60 – 90% children are suffering from dental caries. The prevention caries an important part conducting. digitalization era has influenced education. Tooth brushing one way keep health. However, proper tooth not been achieved by Our objective conduct programs for creating a smart brush named TOMON (Tooth Monst...

Aim: The purpose of this study was to evaluate the effect attention deficit hyperactivity disorder on children's caries indices, plaque scores, and brushing habits in children aged 5-17 years.
 Methodology: A total 100 (39 with 61 healthy children) were included study. index, decay-missed-filled primary tooth (dmf-t) permanent (DMF-T) index values evaluated by clinical examination. using S...

PURPOSE The purpose of this study was to assess baby and parental satisfaction and plaque-removal efficacy of a novel infant tooth wipe (Spiffies) in high caries-risk babies. METHODS Thirty-five healthy and caries-free infants were selected. Babies had never had their teeth cleaned and no primary molars were yet present. Subjects were identified with the risk factor of nightly feeding behavio...

BACKGROUND The oral cavity is a reservoir for Helicobacter pylori, and occupations that involve close contact with it, like Dentistry, could entail a higher risk of colonization. The aim of this study was to evaluate if the length of stay at the School of Dentistry of the University of Granada could influence colonization by H. pylori, , and to furthermore correlate colonization by H. pylori, w...