Floss or brush? study tests best way to clean around permanent retainers

NCT ID NCT07054203

Summary

This study aimed to find the best tool for keeping gums healthy for people with a permanent wire retainer glued behind their lower teeth. Researchers randomly assigned 70 participants to use either a water flosser or a small interdental brush for cleaning. They measured plaque, bleeding, and gum inflammation over six months to see which method worked better for this specific dental appliance.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Aga Khan University Hospital

    Karachi, Sindh, 74800, Pakistan

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