mechanical devices (toothbrushes & dental floss)
Patient Counselling
Patients
should choose a soft bristle toothbrush that is small enough to access all
areas of the mouth (2,6). They should brush at least twice a day for a minimum
of 3-4 minutes (2). It is also recommended for patients to floss at least once
a day, preferably before bed (1,2). Patients should replace their toothbrush
every 1-3 months and avoid sharing it (2,6).
References
1. Ghilzon R. University of Toronto Faculty of Dentistry. Gingivitis and Periodonitis. Available at http://www.dentistry.utoronto.ca/dpes/periodontic/ patients/gingivitis-and-periodontitis-patient, Accessed 2013 June 12.
2. Repchinsky C, Hutsul JA, Jovaisas B, Lewis G, Perrier H, Riachi M, eds. et al. Patient Self-Care. 2nd ed. Ottawa: Canadian Pharmacists Association; 2010.
3. Deery C, Heanue M, Deacon S, Robinson PG, Walmsley AD, Worthington H, et al. The effectiveness of manual versus powered toothbrushes for dental health: a systematic review. J Dentistry. 2004 March;32(3):197-211. Review. PubMed PMID: 15001285.
4. Jain Y. A comparison of the efficacy of powered and manual toothbrushes in controlling plaque and gingivitis: a clinical study. Clin Cosmet Investig Dent. 2013 Feb 27; 5:3-9. PubMed PMID: 236742927.
5. LK Gomes, CF Sarmento, FR Seabra, PB Santos, FH Pinheiro. Randomized clinical controlled trial on the effectiveness of conventional and orthodontic manual toothbrushes. Braz Oral Res. 2012 Jul-Aug; 26(4):360-5.
6. The New York Times Health Guide: Gingivitis – In-Depth Report: Prevention. A.D.A.M., Inc. Available at: http://health.nytimes.com/health/guides/disease/ gingivitis/prevention.html. Accessed June 12, 2013.
References
1. Ghilzon R. University of Toronto Faculty of Dentistry. Gingivitis and Periodonitis. Available at http://www.dentistry.utoronto.ca/dpes/periodontic/ patients/gingivitis-and-periodontitis-patient, Accessed 2013 June 12.
2. Repchinsky C, Hutsul JA, Jovaisas B, Lewis G, Perrier H, Riachi M, eds. et al. Patient Self-Care. 2nd ed. Ottawa: Canadian Pharmacists Association; 2010.
3. Deery C, Heanue M, Deacon S, Robinson PG, Walmsley AD, Worthington H, et al. The effectiveness of manual versus powered toothbrushes for dental health: a systematic review. J Dentistry. 2004 March;32(3):197-211. Review. PubMed PMID: 15001285.
4. Jain Y. A comparison of the efficacy of powered and manual toothbrushes in controlling plaque and gingivitis: a clinical study. Clin Cosmet Investig Dent. 2013 Feb 27; 5:3-9. PubMed PMID: 236742927.
5. LK Gomes, CF Sarmento, FR Seabra, PB Santos, FH Pinheiro. Randomized clinical controlled trial on the effectiveness of conventional and orthodontic manual toothbrushes. Braz Oral Res. 2012 Jul-Aug; 26(4):360-5.
6. The New York Times Health Guide: Gingivitis – In-Depth Report: Prevention. A.D.A.M., Inc. Available at: http://health.nytimes.com/health/guides/disease/ gingivitis/prevention.html. Accessed June 12, 2013.