title: A novel oral hygiene system through integration of a sonic toothbrush and liquid toothpaste.
abstract: A novel system for home oral hygiene, the IntelliClean System from Sonicare and Crest is an integrated sonic toothbrush and liquid-toothpaste dispensing system. New research has established the ability of this system to reduce plaque, especially in interproximal regions, and to reduce gingivitis. The unique capability for the user to reapply liquid toothpaste during brushing (ie, re-dose) allows for a greater reduction in bacteria in the sulcus and an enhanced in-use experience that leads to improved compliance with brushing instruction, specifically longer brushing times. Through in vitro and in vivo studies, the system and its constituents have been shown to be safe for daily use.
authors.affiliation: Philips Oral Healthcare, Inc., Snoqualmie, Washington, USA.
authors.forename: Douglas J
authors.initials: DJ
authors.lastname: Dudgeon
authors.forename: Ashley P
authors.initials: AP
authors.lastname: Barlow
mesh_terms: D003742:Dental Devices, Home Care; D003773:Dental Plaque / Q000517:prevention & control; D005891:Gingivitis / Q000517:prevention & control; D006801:Humans; D012824:Silicic Acid; D012969:Sodium Fluoride; D013010:Sonication; D014099:Toothbrushing / Q000295:instrumentation* / Q000379:methods; D014100:Toothpastes
chemical_list: D014100:Toothpastes; C546060:hydrated silica gel-based toothpaste; D012824:Silicic Acid; D012969:Sodium Fluoride