A Comparative Evaluation of Plaque Removal Efficacy of a Chewable Toothpaste Tablet with Conventional Toothpaste Using Conventional Toothbrush and Powered Toothbrush in Children of Age-group 8-12 Years.

内容摘要

Oral hygiene is a crucial aspect of children's healthcare, and the effectiveness of plaque removal is one of the key indicators of good oral health. Traditional toothpaste and toothbrushes have been the cornerstone of oral hygiene practices; however, recent innovations like chewable toothpaste tablets offer a promising alternative. This study aims to compare the plaque removal efficacy and acceptance of a chewable toothpaste tablet with conventional toothpaste using both conventional and powered toothbrushes in children aged 8-12 years. By investigating the effectiveness, acceptability, and user experience of these different oral hygiene methods, the current research seeks to provide valuable insights for parents, caregivers, and healthcare professionals looking to promote optimal oral health in children. The study included 100 participants divided into four groups as follows-group A: conventional toothpaste (Dentoshine) and conventional toothbrush (Oral-B Kids Soft Manual Toothbrush), group B: conventional toothpaste (Dentoshine) and powered toothbrush (Oral-B Pro-Health Jr Battery Powered Kids Automatic Toothbrush), group C: chewable toothpaste tablet (Teeth-a-bit) and conventional toothbrush (Oral-B Kids Soft Manual Toothbrush), and group D: chewable toothpaste tablet (Teeth-a-bit) and powered toothbrush (Oral-B Pro-Health Jr Battery Powered Kids Automatic Toothbrush).The participants of these four groups were advised to use the respective oral hygiene aids for 4 weeks. The oral hygiene index-simplified (OHI-S) and gingival index (GI) scores were recorded before and after 4 weeks, and the results were evaluated and analyzed using SPSS software 22.0. Within the limitation of the study, it was seen that the chewable toothpaste tablet and conventional toothpaste using conventional toothbrush and powered toothbrush were equally effective in plaque removal. The findings suggest that the conventional and electric toothbrush with conventional toothpaste and chewable toothpaste tablet both have similar plaque removal efficiency. However, further comprehensive research is warranted to validate these results, as this study was conducted with a limited sample size. Introducing innovative oral care methods at a young age can foster a lifelong commitment to excellent oral hygiene, leading to improved overall health and well-being. Desai SS, Reddy GR, Varma SA, et al. A Comparative Evaluation of Plaque Removal Efficacy of a Chewable Toothpaste Tablet with Conventional Toothpaste Using Conventional Toothbrush and Powered Toothbrush in Children of Age-group 8-12 Years. Int J Clin Pediatr Dent 2026;19(4):464-469.