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Overview of Power Toothbrush Technology
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Course Author(s):
Jack Amburgey, MS, PhD
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Course Contents
Overview
Learning Objectives
Glossary
Evolution of the Toothbrush
Manual Toothbrush Origins
The Road to Automation: Notable Milestones
Differences in Power Toothbrush Technologies
Power Source
Cleaning Technology Modalities
Brush Heads
Clinical Efficacy Evidence: Reducing Plaque, Gingivitis, Staining and Calculus
Plaque and Gingivitis Control
Stain Removal/Whitening and Calculus
Clinical Evidence of Gentleness/Safety
Abrasion and Recession
Power Toothbrush Safety Data
Safety Features of Power Toothbrushes
Basis for Professional Recommendation of Power Toothbrushes
Evidenced-based Decision Making
Specific Power Toothbrush Recommendations
Patient Brushing Instruction
Conclusion
References / Additional Resources
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Course Contents
Overview
Learning Objectives
Glossary
Evolution of the Toothbrush
Manual Toothbrush Origins
The Road to Automation: Notable Milestones
Differences in Power Toothbrush Technologies
Power Source
Cleaning Technology Modalities
Brush Heads
Clinical Efficacy Evidence: Reducing Plaque, Gingivitis, Staining and Calculus
Plaque and Gingivitis Control
Stain Removal/Whitening and Calculus
Clinical Evidence of Gentleness/Safety
Abrasion and Recession
Power Toothbrush Safety Data
Safety Features of Power Toothbrushes
Basis for Professional Recommendation of Power Toothbrushes
Evidenced-based Decision Making
Specific Power Toothbrush Recommendations
Patient Brushing Instruction
Conclusion
References / Additional Resources
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