title: A study of the effectiveness of two types of toothbrushes for removal of oral accumulations.
abstract: This study evaluates the effectiveness of the Collis-Curve toothbrush which has curved bristles in comparison with a control usage of a straight bristle toothbrush in removing oral accumulations of plaque and debris and preventing gingivitis.
mesh_terms: D002648:Child; D003773:Dental Plaque / Q000628:therapy*; D003774:Dental Plaque Index; D004867:Equipment Design; D005891:Gingivitis / Q000517:prevention & control*; D006801:Humans; D010512:Periodontal Index; D014099:Toothbrushing / Q000295:instrumentation*