Journal of Evidence-Based Dental Practice
Volume 9, Issue 4 , Pages 223-224, December 2009

Flossing for 2 Weeks Reduces Microbes Associated with Oral Disease

Associate Professor, Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, Arnold School of Public Health, University of South Carolina, Office: 803-251-7874, Fax: 803-251-7873

Article Title and Bibliographic Information

Treatment outcomes of dental flossing in twins: molecular analysis of the interproximal microflora.

Corby PM, Biesbrock A, et al.

J Periodontol 2008;79(8):1426-33.

Reviewer

Anwar T. Merchant, ScD, MPH, DMD

Purpose/Question

Does flossing in addition to brushing the teeth and gums alter the microbial profile?

Source of Funding

Industry: Proctor & Gamble Company, Mason, OH

Type of Study/Design

Randomized controlled trial

Level of Evidence

Level 2: Limited-quality, patient-oriented evidence

Strength of Recommendation Grade

Grade B: Inconsistent or limited-quality patient-oriented evidence

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PII: S1532-3382(09)00098-0

doi:10.1016/j.jebdp.2009.05.005

Journal of Evidence-Based Dental Practice
Volume 9, Issue 4 , Pages 223-224, December 2009

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