Publications by authors named "Zhongjin Huang"
Comparison of dental flosses - an investigation of subjective preference and mechanical properties.
Biomater Investig Dent
September 2023
Article Synopsis
- The study aimed to analyze the properties of various dental floss types (PTFE, nylon, silk, UHMWPE) in terms of tensile strength, roughness, and abrasiveness, along with users' preferences.
- The results showed that UHMWPE had the highest tensile strength, while PTFE had the lowest roughness and was the most preferred by users, followed by silk and then nylon.
- The findings suggest that mechanical properties influence user preference, highlighting PTFE's popularity despite its lower tensile strength and roughness, which may help in guiding floss recommendations for effective oral hygiene.