# Effect of ionic tooth brushes on gingivitis among Indian patients undergoing orthodontic treatment

## TL;DR

This study compares ionic and orthodontic toothbrushes for reducing gingivitis in Indian patients with braces.

## Contribution

The study provides new evidence that ionic toothbrushes are more effective for oral health in orthodontic patients.

## Key findings

- Ionic toothbrushes showed better results in reducing gingivitis over 90 days.
- Patients using ionic brushes had lower plaque and gingival bleeding scores.
- Improvements were observed as early as 7 days into the study.

## Abstract

The aim of the study was to evaluate and compare the efficacy of ionic toothbrushes versus orthodontic toothbrushes on gingivitis in
patients undergoing orthodontic treatment. The study included 50 patients who were divided into 2 groups: Ionic and Ortho toothbrush
users group. The clinical parameters like gingival bleeding index, plaque control record, gingival enlargement index and patient hygiene
performance were recorded at baseline, 7 days, 21 days, 45 days and 90 days. It can be concluded that ionic toothbrushes give improved
results than orthodontic toothbrushes in terms of maintaining oral health in gingivitis patients undergoing fixed orthodontic treatment.