Publications by authors named "Lucy Bhola"
J Contemp Dent Pract
October 2023
Article Synopsis
- This study aimed to assess how three different toothbrush designs affect enamel surface abrasion using extracted human teeth as samples.
- A controlled experiment involved brushing the teeth with various toothbrushes (flat trim, zigzag, bi-level) for two weeks, measuring the surface roughness afterward.
- Results showed that flat trim toothbrushes caused the least abrasion, while zigzag patterns led to the most damage, indicating that bristle design significantly impacts enamel safety during brushing.
J Contemp Dent Pract
October 2023
Article Synopsis
- The study aimed to assess how three different mouthwashes influenced the effectiveness of fluoride toothpaste in preventing enamel erosion.
- A total of 120 human premolar teeth were treated with citric acid to create eroded surfaces and then split into groups using either sodium fluoride or stannous fluoride dentifrices, alongside various mouthwashes.
- Results showed that while all treatments had some effect on preventing surface loss, stannous fluoride toothpaste was more effective overall, and the choice of mouthwash did not significantly alter the dentifrice's performance.
