What’s new for the clinician – summaries of recently published papers (October 2024)

The huge number of electric toothbrush brands and models available to the consumer nowadays is evidence of the constant evolution in electric toothbrush design and performance to improve plaque removal performance in the mouth. Various manual and powered toothbrushes and brush head designs are available in the market. Powered toothbrushes have become increasingly popular due to their ease of use, highly effective plaque removal and positive impact on oral health. Many advanced toothbrush models have incorporated bristle head designs, such as multi-level, criss-cross arrangements and rounded ends, to enhance plaque removal further. Additionally, several systematic reviews and meta-analyses have shown that powered toothbrushes are more effective than manual toothbrushes in reducing plaque and gingivitis in both the short and long term.