Effect of ionic tooth brushes on gingivitis among Indian patients undergoing orthodontic treatment.

Abstract

The aim of the study was to evaluate and compare the efficacy of ionic toothbrushes versus orthodontic toothbrushes on gingivitis in patients undergoing orthodontic treatment. The study included 50 patients who were divided into 2 groups: Ionic and Ortho toothbrush users group. The clinical parameters like gingival bleeding index, plaque control record, gingival enlargement index and patient hygiene performance were recorded at baseline, 7 days, 21 days, 45 days and 90 days. It can be concluded that ionic toothbrushes give improved results than orthodontic toothbrushes in terms of maintaining oral health in gingivitis patients undergoing fixed orthodontic treatment.