Journal of Evidence-Based Dental Practice
Volume 5, Issue 1 , Pages 24-25, March 2005

Powered toothbrushes and manual toothbrushes are generally equally effective in plaque removal

Division of Pediatric and Developmental Dental Sciences, School of Dental Medicine, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Original Article

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 Dent 2004;32(3):197-211.

Level of Evidence

1b

Purpose

To compare manual toothbrushes to powered toothbrushes in everyday use with regard to their effectiveness in plaque removal and maintenance of gingival health

Source of Funding

No information was presented about funding for this review. However, 3 of the authors have been involved previously in research in this area funded by a manufacturer (Braun) and thus have a potential conflict of interest.

Type of Study/Design

Systematic Review of Randomized Controlled Trials

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PII: S1532-3382(05)00008-4

doi:10.1016/j.jebdp.2005.01.006

Journal of Evidence-Based Dental Practice
Volume 5, Issue 1 , Pages 24-25, March 2005

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