plaque and gingival scores gingival health dental plaque, gingivitis, miswak, tooth-brushing, toothpaste
Conditions
Interventions
The control group was instructed to use only tooth brushing as a plaque control measure. A modified bass technique with soft bristled brushes and fluoridated toothpaste was demonstrated. soft toothbru
Tooth brush,Miswak
Sponsors
None listed
Eligibility
Sex/Gender
Female
Age
18 Years to 25 Years
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: 1 displayed adequate oral hygiene (good to fair). 2 mild to moderate gingival score. 3 willingness to adhere to the recommendation and instructions. 4 Refrain from eating or drinking prior to the examination. 5 28 teeth are at least present.
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: 1 Lip, tongue, or other form of oral piercing. 2 Fixed or removable orthodontic appliances (such as bridges, braces, or dentures). 3 Any medical, dental, or psychiatric condition, abnormality, or history; or use of any product or drug that (per protocol or in the opinion of the investigator) may increase the risk to the subject associated with trial participation or use of the miswak; or interfere with the interpretation of trial results. 4 History of drugs or treatments that reduce salivary flow. 5 Recent or current antibiotic coverage.
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Plaque and gingival scores 2 weeks oral examination | — |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| acceptability of miswak 2 weeks questionnaire | — |
Countries
Saudi Arabia
Contacts
Public ContactDr.Mamata Hebbal
Princess Nourah Bint Abdulrahman University
Outcome results
None listed