ORAL HYGIENE, ORAL HEALTH

This study tested two teaching methods—watching a peer brush teeth in a video or using a 3D jaw model—to improve toothbrushing in 120 children with autism aged 6-12. Children who watched the peer video had less plaque and better brushing skills over six months compared to those u…

This study followed 130 adults with advanced gum disease (periodontitis) to see if those who used probiotics on their own during standard non-surgical treatment had better outcomes. Researchers measured plaque, bleeding, pocket depth, and quality of life at 1 and 3 months. The go…

This study looked at whether a friendly chat (motivational interviewing) works better than standard lessons for improving how well children brush their teeth. 75 kids aged 8-10 were split into three groups: one got verbal and written instructions, one watched a video, and one had…

This study tested a program called Smile Smarts-PK, where teachers in Pakistani schools gave oral health lessons to students aged 10-15. The goal was to see if this approach could improve how well kids clean their teeth. Over 4,000 students from 40 schools took part, with half ge…

This study surveyed over 500 professional musicians in German orchestras to learn about their oral health awareness and habits. It focused on how the demands of playing instruments, especially wind instruments, might affect teeth and jaw health. Participants completed a one-time …