Int J Dent Hyg November 2018 PMID 30047211

Dry brushing: Does it improve plaque removal? A secondary analysis.

E van der Sluijs, D E Slot, N L Hennequin-Hoenderdos, G A van der Weijden

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What people are saying

Discussions highlight the core conclusion that there is no significant difference between dry and prewetted brushing methods, with examples like '@Roro_thirty' emphasizing the study's conclusion and others mentioning that similar findings are seen in research on adults. The tone remains relatively neutral and factual, supported by phrases like 'la étude conclue en disant qu'il n'y a pas de différence,' which reflect acceptance rather than controversy or enthusiasm.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions agree with the study's conclusion that dry brushing does not significantly differ from prewetted brushing in plaque removal.

InterestModerate interest

Some posts show engagement with the topic, but overall the subject seems to generate moderate interest rather than high curiosity.

EngagementModerate engagement

Comments include direct references to the study's findings and suggestions to consult similar articles, indicating a moderate level of discussion depth.

ImpactNeutral impact

While the discussion acknowledges the study's findings, the minimal changes in effectiveness (about 1%) suggest limited immediate impact on practices or perceptions.

Abstract in brief

  • The study compared plaque removal effectiveness between dry and prewetted toothbrushes, finding no significant difference in plaque reduction (around 58% for dry and 57% for wet).
  • Prewetting the toothbrush did not influence participants' perceptions of filament stiffness or cleaning ability, and both dry and wet brushing were generally considered unpleasant without toothpaste.
  • Overall, dry brushing did not significantly improve plaque removal compared to prewetted brushing, and prewetting had little effect on user experience or brushing efficacy.]

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@guz2_ @julcylk @_tuittanay @LucasFiuza11 @DuqueIuri @drica_amorena @muitobvio @aceCourtBot Segundo um artigo científico (https://t.co/eoA32g6g4d), escovar sem molhar a escova melhora em até 1% a eficácia da remoção da placa bacteriana. Ou seja, foda-se.

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RT @_DreamingCat: @Roro_thirty Toujours est il que l'étude conclue en disant qu'il n'y a pas de différence entre les deux méthodes. Tu pe…

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Akim
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RT @_DreamingCat: @Roro_thirty Toujours est il que l'étude conclue en disant qu'il n'y a pas de différence entre les deux méthodes. Tu pe…

May 28, 2023 · 1 share · 1,967 followers View post →
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@Roro_thirty Toujours est il que l'étude conclue en disant qu'il n'y a pas de différence entre les deux méthodes. Tu peux aussi consulter celle ci, qui a la même conclusion mais réalisé sur des adultes. https://t.co/glrAMi02hs https://t.co/yTqplkL737

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João
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@guz2_ @julcylk @_tuittanay @LucasFiuza11 @DuqueIuri @drica_amorena @muitobvio @aceCourtBot Segundo um artigo científico (https://t.co/eoA32g6g4d), escovar sem molhar a escova melhora em até 1% a eficácia da remoção da placa bacteriana. Ou seja, foda-se.

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