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Toothbrush showdown: electric beats manual for kids with dental appliances?

NCT ID NCT07196969

Symptom relief Sponsor: Pamukkale University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tested whether electric or manual toothbrushes work better for children who have space maintainers (devices that hold space for permanent teeth). Sixty-eight kids aged 6-12 used either an electric or manual toothbrush for 3 months. Researchers checked plaque, gum health, and levels of cavity-causing bacteria in saliva. The goal was to see which brush keeps mouths healthier.

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Active substance
electric toothbrush and manual toothbrush
What this could lead to
If electric toothbrushes prove better, this could help dentists recommend the best brushing method for children with space maintainers to improve oral hygiene.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed trial with only 68 children, so results may not apply to all kids. The study only lasted 3 months, so long-term benefits are unknown.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

84 people

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Started

Jul 2022

Finished

Apr 2023

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

6 to 12 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Children aged 6-12 years who required a space maintainer due to premature loss of primary molar teeth were included if they were medically healthy; had no periodontal disease, temporomandibular disorders, bruxism, abnormal oral habits, or physical/mental disabilities affecting hand movement; were not on regular medication; had not used antibiotics within the past three months or plaque-preventive agents within the last six months; and were able to comply with scheduled follow-up visits. Exclusion Criteria: * Patients who failed to attend follow-up appointments or developed an infection/disease requiring antibiotic therapy during the study were excluded.

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Oral microbial colonization Periodontal health Periodontal parameters

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Pamukkale University Faculty of Dentistry

    Denizli, Turkey (Türkiye)

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