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GumChucks vs Interdental Brushes in Plaque Removal.

NCT07140068 · Status: COMPLETED · Phase: NA · Type: INTERVENTIONAL · Enrollment: 60

Last updated 2025-08-24

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Summary

This study compared two ways of cleaning between the teeth, Gumchucks (a new handled dental flossing system) and interdental brushes, in Lebanese adolescents aged 10-15 years.

Plaque is a soft layer of bacteria that can build up between teeth and cause tooth decay and gum problems. Toothbrushing alone cannot always clean these spaces. Extra cleaning tools, such as floss or interdental brushes, are recommended. Gumchucks uses two small handles to hold the floss, making it easier to use, especially for children. It had not previously been directly compared with interdental brushes in this age group.

In this study, 60 healthy adolescents were included to use Gumchucks on one side of their mouth and interdental brushes on the other side for six months. They were asked to clean twice daily after toothbrushing.

Researchers measured plaque levels between teeth, gum bleeding, time taken to clean, and which method participants and parents preferred The goal was to find out which method worked better and was preferred, to help dentists recommend the best way for young people to keep their teeth and gums healthy.

Conditions

  • Healthy
  • Adolescent
  • Dental Plaque
  • Gingivitis
  • Oral Hygiene
  • Pediatric Dentistry

Interventions

DEVICE

Handled dental flossing system (GumChucks®)

Handled dental flossing system (GumChucks®) designed for easier C-shape flossing. Participants were instructed to clean all interdental spaces on the assigned side twice daily after toothbrushing with fluoride toothpaste using a medium-bristle toothbrush. Proper technique was demonstrated and written instructions provided.

DEVICE

Interdental Brush

Appropriately sized interdental brushes for cleaning interdental spaces on the assigned side. Participants were instructed to clean twice daily after toothbrushing with fluoride toothpaste using a medium-bristle toothbrush. Proper technique was demonstrated and written instructions provided.

Sponsors & Collaborators

  • Beirut Arab University

    lead OTHER

Principal Investigators

  • Rim K Daher, Masters · Beirut Arab University

Study Design

Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Purpose
TREATMENT
Masking
SINGLE
Model
PARALLEL

Eligibility

Min Age
10 Years
Max Age
15 Years
Sex
ALL
Healthy Volunteers
Yes

Timeline & Regulatory

Start
2022-11-21
Primary Completion
2023-11-10
Completion
2023-11-10

Countries

  • Lebanon

Study Locations

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