Dorchester Dental Flossing Study

Wright, G Z; Banting, David W.; Feasby, W.H.

doi:10.1159/000260219

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“…Although the trend was that the fluoridated floss resulted in more pronounced reduction of lesion depth and mineral loss than the toothpicks, this was only significant for dentine. The effect of non-professional flossing on approximal caries has also given varying results [Granath et al, 1979;Wright et al, 1979;Gisselsson et al, 1983]. The present experimental study indicates that both non-fluoridated and fluoridated flosses have a positive effect, especially on dentine.…”

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Effect of Fluoridated Toothpicks and Dental Flosses on Enamel and Dentine and on Plaque Composition in situ

Särner

Birkhed²,

Huysmans³

et al. 2004

Caries Res

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The aim was to evaluate the effect of two toothpicks and two dental flosses on demineralized enamel and dentine and on plaque composition, using an in situ model with simulated approximal spaces within dentures. Fifteen subjects with full dentures were recruited and 14 completed the study. It consisted of two crossover periods, the first comparing a birch toothpick with AmF and a birch toothpick with NaF, and the second comparing a dental floss with AmF + NaF and a dental floss without F. Between these four periods, there was a control period without any approximal cleaning. In small, rectangular sample holders, one enamel and one dentine specimen were embedded, forming a triangular, approximal-like space. Two sample holders were mounted in the premolar-molar region of the upper or lower dentures. The subjects used the toothpicks or dental flosses 3 times/day for 4 weeks. The results showed that all toothpicks and dental flosses inhibited further demineralization compared to the control period (p < 0.001). The dental flosses were somewhat more effective in this respect than the toothpicks, especially in dentine. There were relatively small numerical differences between AmF and NaF toothpicks, but in favour of NaF regarding mineral gain (p < 0.05). The fluoridated floss gave somewhat less lesion depth in dentine than the non-fluoridated floss (p < 0.01). Toothpicks and flosses resulted in lower counts of microorganisms in plaque compared to the control period (p < 0.001); the AmF toothpick gave a more pronounced reduction than the NaF toothpick (p < 0.001).

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confidence: 51%

Effect of Fluoridated Toothpicks and Dental Flosses on Enamel and Dentine and on Plaque Composition in situ

Särner

Birkhed²,

Huysmans³

et al. 2004

Caries Res

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“…There seems to be no doubt about the relationship between interdental deplaquing using dental lloss and improved gingival health if properly executed (Englander 1979, Bergenholz & Brithon 1980, Suomi et al, 1980, However, the question of the use of floss and dental caries seems to be somewhat obscure. Several deplaquing studies which included the use of dental floss have been conducted to sol ve this problem (Badersten et al, 1975, Granath et al, 1979, Suomi et al, 1980, Wright et al, 1979, Only Badersten et al, (1975) and Wright et al, (1979) observed any signifieant reduction in proximal caries as a result of the use of dental floss.…”

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Use of dental floss by Finnish students

Murtomaa

Turtola²,

Rytoumaa

1984

J Clinic Periodontology

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In order to elucidate dental care behavior related to interdental cleaning, a group of first-year students were invited to a free dental examination. 186 of the students invited (76%) were examined clinically and roentgenologically. The mean DMFS-index of the students was 22.6 (+/- 12.6). They were also asked about their use of dental floss. 35% of the students reported using dental floss, but only 2% reported daily usage. 45% of the students had been taught how to use dental floss, and 83% of these had been taught by dental personnel. Teaching had no effect on the reported frequency of use. There were no statistically significant differences in the occurrence of dental plaque and gingivitis between those who used dental floss and those who did not. The subjects were unable to use dental floss on 1 out of every 3 filled proximal surfaces of the first molars. No correlation could be found between dental caries experience and the reported use of dental floss.

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“…In another study, a dilute iodine mouthwash (0.02%) failed to control plaque and gingivitis, but daily topical application of iodine solution (2% I2 and 2.4% Nal) did decrease plaque accumulation and control gingivitis [Kligerman and Bisada, 1975], In routine oral hygiene, flossing is rec ommended to reduce interproximal bacteri al plaque. This procedure mechanically dis places bacterial colonies growing in these areas, and reduces proximal decay [Wright et al, 1977[Wright et al, ,1979. Dental floss impregnated with a disinfecting agent such as iodine solution might exert a combined mechanical and chemotherapeutic effect.…”

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Effect of Flossing, with and without Iodine, on Human Interproximal Plaque Flora

Newbrun¹,

Heiblum²,

Mayeda³

1980

Caries Res

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Flossing per se temporarily reduces the proportion of Streptococcus mutans in interproximal plaque when these organisms are present in high numbers. Flossing with iodine reduces the proportion of S. mutans more than flossing alone. However, to maintain low levels, repeated treatment appears to be necessary. Flossing, with or without iodine, does not eliminate S. mutans from interproximal sites and does not significantly alter the proportion of actinomyces.

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Dorchester Dental Flossing Study

Cited by 21 publications

References 3 publications

Effect of Fluoridated Toothpicks and Dental Flosses on Enamel and Dentine and on Plaque Composition in situ

Effect of Fluoridated Toothpicks and Dental Flosses on Enamel and Dentine and on Plaque Composition in situ

Use of dental floss by Finnish students

Effect of Flossing, with and without Iodine, on Human Interproximal Plaque Flora

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