Search Results Within Category "Dentistry"
Impact of a full-mouth electronic toothbrush on indicators of gingivitis and patient perceptions: A randomized clinical trial
The purpose of this trial is to investigate a full-mouth electronic toothbrush (FMET) and foam system compared to a conventional electronic toothbrush (ETB) and dentifrice during a 30-day period to evaluate the impact on clinical indicators of gingivitis, plaque, safety, and patient perceptions.
• diagnosis of mild to moderate gingivitis
• minimum of five natural teeth in each quarter of the mouth
• willing to stop all professional oral hygiene care
• willing to stop use of any other dental cleaning aids (dental floss, water flossers, interdental brushes, dental or tooth picks, mouthwash, etc.)
• access to personal email account and a device connected to the internet
• aggressive, necrotizing, uncommon periodontal disease, or any uncontrolled periodontal condition
• unable to independently brush teeth
• fixed prosthesis (i.e. implant retained denture), orthodontic appliance or under orthodontic treatment
• pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or unsure of pregnancy status
• use of cigarettes within the last year
Brain Connectivity Patterns in Chronic Temporomandibular Joint Disorders
We are studying brain mechanisms related to chronic temporomandibular disorder (TMD) pain. We are looking at brain structural and functional characteristics that can potentially explain why some people experience persistent pain in their jaws for months or years. We will compare this to information we get from people who do not experience TMD pain. We expect that this new knowledge will improve our understanding of this chronic pain condition and help us develop better treatments.
• Female participants only (biological sex)
• Age between 18-65 years
• Pain-free participants OR
• Chronic jaw pain ( > 3 months)
• Certain medical conditions (examples: heart disease, diabetes, autism, trigeminal neuralgia)
• Any MRI contraindications (examples: metal implants, claustrophobia)
• Being left-handed only