Gingivitis Water jet, Dental floss, Orthodontic treatment, Plaque index, Gingivitis
Conditions
Interventions
A water flosser is a device that aims a stream of water at the teeth,clean the spaces between teeth and dental appliances
Experimental Device,Experimental Device
Water jet floss ,Interdental floss
Sponsors
Saudi society of periodontology
Eligibility
Sex/Gender
All
Age
18 Years to 60 Years
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: Participants were included in the study if they met all of the following criteria: (1) Physically healthy without any medical conditions. (2) Aged 18 years or older. (3) Have natural dentition with at least 24 teeth in the mouth, excluding the third molars. (4) Have less than 5 mm of anterior crowding or spacing, with adequate overjet and overbite. (5) Have the physical and mental ability to maintain adequate oral hygiene. (6) Have good periodontal health without an immediate need for any dental procedure.
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: Participants were excluded from the study if they had any of the following: (1) A medical history of immunologic and inflammatory diseases, liver diseases, diabetes mellitus, current pregnancy, or any medical condition that limits manual dexterity. (2) A recent history of medications that may alter gingival health, such as anti-sialagogues, steroids, and antibiotics. (3) Active periodontal disease. (4) Removable orthodontic appliances. (5) Not using any type of mouthwash.
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Plaque index 2 weeks teeth are stained with a disclosing solution, presence of plaque is scored on a dichotomous variable | — |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Bleeding index 2 weeks Each tooth present is gently probed with a periodontal probe at six sites | — |
Countries
Saudi Arabia
Contacts
Public ContactAfyaa Alqasem
King Saud University
Outcome results
None listed