The Effect of Bristle Brush, Rubber Cup, and Air Polishing on Tooth Surface Roughness of Scaled Teeth

Launched by KHYBER MEDICAL UNIVERSITY PESHAWAR · Feb 26, 2025

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is looking at how different polishing methods—using a bristle brush, a rubber cup, and air polishing—affect the smoothness of human teeth that have been cleaned. The goal is to find out which method works best to keep teeth smooth and reduce plaque build-up, which can help improve oral health. This study is important for understanding how to take better care of our teeth, especially for those with gum disease or other dental issues.

To participate in this trial, you must be at least 18 years old and have teeth that were extracted but still have intact surfaces. However, if your teeth have fillings, cavities, or serious defects, or if you have certain health issues like diabetes or heart problems, you won’t be eligible. The study is not yet recruiting participants, so there's no need to apply right away. If you qualify, you can expect to contribute to valuable research that may lead to better dental care practices in the future.

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Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • Extracted human teeth with intact buccal or lingual surfaces.
• • Patients with a history of trauma affecting the oral cavity will be eligible, provided they meet other criteria (e.g., intact buccal or lingual surfaces).
• • Male and female patients aged 18 years and above.
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • Teeth with restorations, caries, fractures, or significant developmental defects (e.g., amelogenesis imperfecta, dentinogenesis imperfecta , fluorosis etc).
• • Patients with systemic disease such as diabetes mellitus, cardiovascular disorders or any other condition will be excluded.
• • Mentally impaired patient.
• • Patients who have undergone scaling and polishing within the last 3 months.