Pilot study of the effectiveness and acceptability of an automatic toothbrush among residents in long‐term care DOI
Britteny M. Howell,

Shellea Trammell,

Marin Livingston

и другие.

Special Care in Dentistry, Год журнала: 2024, Номер 44(5), С. 1399 - 1407

Опубликована: Март 23, 2024

Abstract Aims Reduced mobility and/or low cognitive functioning may make it difficult for residents with special care needs in long‐term homes to brush their own teeth every day. Demands on caregiving staff these also result skipping essential toothbrushing tasks, resulting poor oral health. Methods and Results This article provides the results of a 6‐week pilot study that tested effectiveness acceptability Willo automatic toothbrush “robot” used among compared regular toothbrush. Using non‐randomized delayed‐start design convenience sample (age 38–82 years, mean = 66.9), each participant underwent biofilm assessments at three timepoints: (1) baseline as began (mean 2.33), (2) after using daily 3 weeks ( 2.21), (3) 0.31). t ‐tests repeated measures ANOVA, was significantly more effective than reducing p .00004) gingivitis .002) over time. Participants responded brief weekly satisfaction surveys about experiences two different brushes. The generally tolerated participants, who largely reported easy use, not uncomfortable, did cause pain or bleeding. While approximately half participants liking Willo, remainder want replace variety reasons. Conclusion We recommend research toothbrushes residents, caregivers, others benefit from use.

Язык: Английский

Fibromyalgia and Orofacial Health: Administration of a Dental Disease Assessment Questionnaire DOI Creative Commons
Francesco Puleio, Giorgio Lo Giudice,

Alessandro Molica Colella

и другие.

Applied Sciences, Год журнала: 2024, Номер 14(16), С. 6908 - 6908

Опубликована: Авг. 7, 2024

Aim: This study examines the prevalence and severity of orofacial disorders in patients with fibromyalgia syndrome (FMS). The research assesses correlation Fibromyalgia Assessment Status (FAS) index. goal is to improve clinical approaches these patients. Methods: A cross-sectional was conducted using a structured questionnaire focused on between FMS problems. involved 107 rheumatology diagnosed FMS. Statistical analyses, including Spearman’s correlation, were utilized investigate relationships FAS index scores various symptoms. Results: Of participants, 11.2% responded that they aware oral health. statistical analysis showed statistically significant correlations symptoms such as gum bleeding, teeth grinding during day, neck pain (p < 0.05). joint noise upon opening mouth, well dissatisfaction one’s smile, also proved be highly 0.001). Conclusion: outcomes demonstrate that, increases, likelihood developing increases among highlights importance multidisciplinary treatment approach.

Язык: Английский

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Pilot study of the effectiveness and acceptability of an automatic toothbrush among residents in long‐term care DOI
Britteny M. Howell,

Shellea Trammell,

Marin Livingston

и другие.

Special Care in Dentistry, Год журнала: 2024, Номер 44(5), С. 1399 - 1407

Опубликована: Март 23, 2024

Abstract Aims Reduced mobility and/or low cognitive functioning may make it difficult for residents with special care needs in long‐term homes to brush their own teeth every day. Demands on caregiving staff these also result skipping essential toothbrushing tasks, resulting poor oral health. Methods and Results This article provides the results of a 6‐week pilot study that tested effectiveness acceptability Willo automatic toothbrush “robot” used among compared regular toothbrush. Using non‐randomized delayed‐start design convenience sample (age 38–82 years, mean = 66.9), each participant underwent biofilm assessments at three timepoints: (1) baseline as began (mean 2.33), (2) after using daily 3 weeks ( 2.21), (3) 0.31). t ‐tests repeated measures ANOVA, was significantly more effective than reducing p .00004) gingivitis .002) over time. Participants responded brief weekly satisfaction surveys about experiences two different brushes. The generally tolerated participants, who largely reported easy use, not uncomfortable, did cause pain or bleeding. While approximately half participants liking Willo, remainder want replace variety reasons. Conclusion We recommend research toothbrushes residents, caregivers, others benefit from use.

Язык: Английский

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