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This study proposes to evaluate the effects of using a new floss holder (GumChuck) and the use of text messages during supportive periodontal therapy, on the psychological, behavioral and clinical parameters of patients with gingivitis, outlined by evidence and a theory-based framework.
Despite evidence on the benefits of controlling dental biofilm for preventing gingivitis, patients have difficulty complying. Floss holder devices and SMS may be useful in enhancing both the frequency and effectiveness of dental hygiene behaviors, by increasing patients' motivation and self-regulation efforts, but scarce scientific literature supporting their worth in controlling gingivitis and the underlying psychological processes is currently available.
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| Label | Type | Description | Intervention Names |
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| Control | No Intervention | The dental consultation was the same for all the groups.
They were properly organized in accordance with the features of each patient, such as their gingival condition, gingivitis perception, habits and expectancies concerning the treatment. The consultation time was 60 minutes and also included specific behavior change techniques, such as reinforcement, goal-setting, and feedback. | |
| NFH - New Floss Holder | Other | The dental consultation was the same for all the groups. They were properly organized in accordance with the features of each patient, such as their gingival condition, gingivitis perception, habits and expectancies concerning the treatment. The consultation time was 60 minutes and also included specific behavior change techniques, such as reinforcement, goal-setting, and feedback. New Floss Holder - Gum Chucks |
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| New Floss Holder and Short Messages | Other | The dental consultation was the same for all the groups. They were properly organized in accordance with the features of each patient, such as their gingival condition, gingivitis perception, habits and expectancies concerning the treatment. The Intervention time was 60 minutes and also included behavior change techniques, such as reinforcement, goal-setting, and feedback. Participants in the NFH/SMS group further received a total of 16 messages (SMS). New Floss Holder - Gum Chucks/SMS |
| Name | Type | Description | Arm Group Labels | Other Names |
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| New Floss Holder - Gum Chucks | Device | Dental inter-proximal control with GumChucks floss holder |
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| Measure | Description | Time Frame |
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| Change from BOMP (Bleeding on Marginal Probing) at 4 months | Gingival bleeding Index | Baseline & 4 months |
| Measure | Description | Time Frame |
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| HAPA behavioral variables questionnaire. | Assessment of HAPA variables (same 5 points Likert scale for each of the variables) | Baseline & 4 months |
| SMS opinion questionnaire | Opinion about receiving SMS and how can it influence the appointment |
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| PubMed Identifier | Type | Citation | Retractions |
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| 7806674 | Background | Van der Weijden GA, Timmerman MF, Nijboer A, Reijerse E, Van der Velden U. Comparison of different approaches to assess bleeding on probing as indicators of gingivitis. J Clin Periodontol. 1994 Oct;21(9):589-94. doi: 10.1111/j.1600-051x.1994.tb00748.x. |
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| ID | Term |
|---|---|
| D001519 | Behavior |
| D005891 | Gingivitis |
| ID | Term |
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| D007239 | Infections |
| D005882 | Gingival Diseases |
| D010510 | Periodontal Diseases |
| D009059 | Mouth Diseases |
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The researcher was blind to the patients
| New Floss Holder - Gum Chucks/SMS | Device | Dental inter-proximal control with GumChucks floss holder and receiving 16 SMS during first 4 months. |
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| 4 months |
| Self-report Dental Hygiene Behaviors questionnaire. | Level of tooth-brushing and dental floss frequency. | Baseline & 4 months |
| D009057 |
| Stomatognathic Diseases |