The Effectiveness of the Water Jet Device in Removing Dental Plaque Around Orthodontic Braces in Adolescents

Dental Plaque Removal Around Orthodontic Braces in Adolescents by Water Jet Device Versus Manual Toothbrush: A Randomized Controlled Trial

The aim of this study was to evaluate the effectiveness of the water jet in removing dental plaque around the orthodontic braces in adolescents.

The aim of this randomized controlled trial was to evaluate the effectiveness of the water jet in removing dental plaque around the orthodontic braces compared to manual toothbrush in adolescents. The null hypothesis was that no significant difference would be noted between the Water Jet and manual toothbrush in removing dental plaque around the orthodontic braces. Such studies provide another dental care tools for maintaining oral hygiene among orthodontic patients.

Inclusion Criteria:

1. Healthy children.
2. Children aged 11 to 15 years.
3. Children who did not receive any fluoride treatment in the dental clinic.
4. Patients who had orthodontic braces at least on the anterior segment of the upper and lower jaws.

Exclusion Criteria:

1. Special Health Care Needs (SHCN) patients.