Powered toothbrushes may reduce plaque and gingivitis at least as effectively as manual toothbrushing
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
1
Purpose
The purpose of this study was to compare manual and powered toothbrushes in relation to removal of plaque and gingival health, using meta-analysis of published randomized controlled trials.
Source of Funding
Cochrane Oral Health Group
Type of Study/Design
Systematic review of randomized controlled trials
Director, Dental Hygiene Program, Western Career College, Sacramento, California
School of Dental Medicine, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
ABSTRACT