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Evaluation of toothbrush bristles' deterioration used by preschool children
(Wiley-Blackwell, 2009-11-01)
The toothbrush is an effective instrument for oral diseases prevention. The flexibility and status of bristles, as well as the size of the handle are fundamental for an effective toothbrushing. Thus, the assessment of ...
Effect of acid fruit juices combined with electric or sonic toothbrushing on root dentin permeability - An in vitro study
(2012-12-01)
The purpose of this in vitro study was to quantify the alterations on human root dentin permeability after exposure to different acid fruit juices and to evaluate the effect of toothbrushing with electric or sonic toothbrush ...
Viability of Streptococcus mutans on transparent and opaque toothbrushes.
(2003-03-01)
PURPOSE: The objective of this study was to evaluate the viability of the microorganism Streptococcus mutans on toothbrushes made of opaque and transparent materials. METHODS: Twenty-eight toothbrushes (14 opaque and 14 ...
Effect of toothbrushing with different manual toothbrushes on the shear bond strength of orthodontic brackets
(2010-07-01)
The aim of this study was to evaluate the effect of brushing with a Colgate 360° or Oral B Indicator 35 toothbrush on the shear bond strength of orthodontic brackets bonded to extracted human teeth. The bristle wear and ...
Weight loss and changes in surface roughness of denture base and reline materials after simulated toothbrushing in vitro
(Wiley-Blackwell, 2012-06-01)
Objective: To evaluate the weight loss and the surface roughness of acrylic resins after simulated brushing tests.Material and methods: Ten specimens of each material (Tokuyama Rebase II-TR, New Truliner-NT, Ufi Gel Hard-UH ...
Influence of filler charge on gloss of composite materials before and after in vitro toothbrushing
(2013-09-13)
Objectives: This study evaluated the gloss behaviour of experimental resin composites loaded with different filler percentages, immediately after polishing and after toothbrushing simulation. Methods: Sixteen disc-shaped ...
Evaluation of two alternative methods for disinfection of toothbrushes and tongue scrapers
(Wiley-Blackwell, 2011-11-01)
Objective: The aim of this study was to investigate the effectiveness of two alternatives methods for the disinfection of oral cleaning devices. Methods: One type of toothbrush and two types of tongue scrapers (steel and ...
Efficacy of ultrasonic, electric and manual toothbrushes in patients with fixed orthodontic appliances
(2007-03-01)
Objective: This crossover study compared the efficacy of an ultrasonic toothbrush for the reduction of plaque, gingival inflammation, and levels of Streptococcus mutans, in relation to an electric and a manual toothbrush. ...
In vitro evaluation of the abrasiveness of a commercial low-abrasive dentifrice and an experimental dentifrice containing vegetable oil
(2008-01-01)
Toothpastes usually contain detergents, humectants, water colorant, fluoride and thickeners (e.g. silica). Tooth wear has a multi-factorial etilology and the use of abrasive dentifrices is related to abrasion of dental ...