Preventive Dentistry

A comparison of the effects of toothbrushing and handpiece prophylaxis on retention of sealants Kolavic Gray S, Griffin SO, Malvitz DM, Gooch BF. Journal of the American Dental Association. 2009;140(1):38-46

Fluoride varnish in the prevention of dental caries in children and adolescents: a systematic review Azarpazhooh A, Main PA. Hawaii Dental Journal. 2009;40(1):6-7

A systematic review of the efficacy and safety of fluoridation Yeung CA. Evid Based Dent. 2008;9(2):39-43

A systematic review of the preventive effect of oral hygiene on pneumonia and respiratory tract infection in elderly people in hospitals and nursing homes: effect estimates and methodological quality of randomized controlled trials Sjogren P, Nilsson E, Forsell M, Johansson O, Hoogstraate J. Journal of the American Geriatrics Society. 2008;56(11):2124-30

Does oral health promotion influence the oral hygiene and gingival health of patients undergoing fixed appliance orthodontic treatment? A systematic literature review Gray D, McIntyre G. J Orthod. 2008;35(4):262-9

Exploring four-handed delivery and retention of resin-based sealants Griffin SO, Jones K, Gray SK, Malvitz DM, Gooch BF. J Am Dent Assoc. 2008;139(3):281-9; quiz 358

Fluoride supplements, dental caries and fluorosis: a systematic review Ismail AI, Hasson H. Journal of the American Dental Association. 2008;139(11):1457-68

Fluoride varnish in the prevention of dental caries in children and adolescents: a systematic review Azarpazhooh A, Main PA. J Can Dent Assoc. 2008;74(1):73-9

Is there a risk of harm or toxicity in the placement of pit and fissure sealant materials? A systematic review Azarpazhooh A, Main PA. J Can Dent Assoc. 2008;74(2):179-83

Meta-analysis on the effectiveness of powered toothbrushes for orthodontic patients Kaklamanos EG, Kalfas S. Am J Orthod Dentofacial Orthop. 2008;133(2):187 e1-14

Pit and fissure sealants for preventing dental decay in the permanent teeth of children and adolescents Ahovuo-Saloranta A, Hiiri A, Nordblad A, Makela M, Worthington HV. Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews. 2008;(4):CD001830

Pit and fissure sealants in the prevention of dental caries in children and adolescents: a systematic review Azarpazhooh A, Main PA. J Can Dent Assoc. 2008;74(2):171-7

The effect of cetylpyridinium chloride-containing mouth rinses as adjuncts to toothbrushing on plaque and parameters of gingival inflammation: a systematic review Haps S, Slot DE, Berchier CE, Van der Weijden GA. International Journal of Dental Hygiene. 2008;6(4):290-303

The effectiveness of sealants in managing caries lesions Griffin SO, Oong E, Kohn W, Vidakovic B, Gooch BF, Bader J, Clarkson J, Fontana MR, Meyer DM, Rozier RG, Weintraub JA, Zero DT. J Dent Res. 2008;87(2):169-74

The efficacy of dental floss in addition to a toothbrush on plaque and parameters of gingival inflammation: a systematic review Berchier CE, Slot DE, Haps S, Van der Weijden GA. International Journal of Dental Hygiene. 2008;6(4):265-79

The efficacy of interdental brushes on plaque and parameters of periodontal inflammation: a systematic review Slot DE, Dorfer CE, Van der Weijden GA. International Journal of Dental Hygiene. 2008;6(4):253-64

The efficacy of oral irrigation in addition to a toothbrush on plaque and the clinical parameters of periodontal inflammation: a systematic review Husseini A, Slot DE, Van der Weijden GA. International Journal of Dental Hygiene. 2008;6(4):304-14

The efficacy of woodsticks on plaque and gingival inflammation: a systematic review Hoenderdos NL, Slot DE, Paraskevas S, Van der Weijden GA. International Journal of Dental Hygiene. 2008;6(4):280-9

Does tooth brushing influence the development and progression of non-inflammatory gingival recession? A systematic review Rajapakse PS, McCracken GI, Gwynnett E, Steen ND, Guentsch A, Heasman PA. J Clin Periodontol. 2007;34(12):1046-61

Effectiveness of fluoride in preventing caries in adults Griffin SO, Regnier E, Griffin PM, Huntley V. J Dent Res. 2007;86(5):410-5

Fluoride interventions for root caries: a review Heijnsbroek M, Paraskevas S, Van der Weijden GA. Oral Health Prev Dent. 2007;5(2):145-52

Meta-analyses of studies of 0.2% delmopinol mouth rinse as an adjunct to gingival health and plaque control measures Addy M, Moran J, Newcombe RG. J Clin Periodontol. 2007;34(1):58-65

Mouthguards in sport activities : history, physical properties and injury prevention effectiveness Knapik JJ, Marshall SW, Lee RB, Darakjy SS, Jones SB, Mitchener TA, delaCruz GG, Jones BH. Sports Med. 2007;37(2):117-44

Recall intervals for oral health in primary care patients Beirne P, Clarkson JE, Worthington HV. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2007;(4):CD004346

Routine scale and polish for periodontal health in adults Beirne P, Worthington HV, Clarkson JE. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2007;(4):CD004625

The long-term effect of a mouthrinse containing essential oils on dental plaque and gingivitis: a systematic review Stoeken JE, Paraskevas S, van der Weijden GA. J Periodontol. 2007;78(7):1218-28

A meta-analysis of six-month studies of antiplaque and antigingivitis agents Gunsolley JC. J Am Dent Assoc. 2006;137(12):1649-57

Caries-preventive effect of resin-based and glass ionomer sealants over time: a systematic review Beiruti N, Frencken JE, van 't Hof MA, van Palenstein Helderman WH. Community Dent Oral Epidemiol. 2006;34(6):403-9

Chlorhexidine varnish for preventing dental caries in children, adolescents and young adults: a systematic review Zhang Q, van Palenstein Helderman WH, van't Hof MA, Truin GJ. Eur J Oral Sci. 2006;114(6):449-55

Dental flossing and interproximal caries: a systematic review Hujoel PP, Cunha-Cruz J, Banting DW, Loesche WJ. J Dent Res. 2006;85(4):298-305

Evidence-based recommendations for the use of sealants Reeves A, Chiappelli F, Cajulis OS. J Calif Dent Assoc. 2006;34(7):540-6

Manual versus powered toothbrushes: what is the evidence? Davies RM. Dent Update. 2006;33(3):159-62

Pit and fissure sealants versus fluoride varnishes for preventing dental decay in children and adolescents Hiiri A, Ahovuo-Saloranta A, Nordblad A, Makela M. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2006;(4):CD003067

Quality of trials in a systematic review of powered toothbrushes: suggestions for future clinical trials Robinson PG, Damien Walmsley A, Heanue M, Deacon S, Deery C, Glenny AM, Worthington H, Shaw W. J Periodontol. 2006;77(12):1944-53

Retention of resin-based pit and fissure sealants: A systematic review Muller-Bolla M, Lupi-Pegurier L, Tardieu C, Velly AM, Antomarchi C. Community Dent Oral Epidemiol. 2006;34(5):321-36

Rinsing with chlorhexidine gluconate solution after brushing and flossing teeth: a systematic review of effectiveness Kolahi J, Soolari A. Quintessence Int. 2006;37(8):605-12

Slow-release fluoride devices for the control of dental decay Bonner BC, Clarkson JE, Dobbyn L, Khanna S. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2006;(4):CD005101

Staff-led interventions for improving oral hygiene in patients following stroke Brady M, Furlanetto D, Hunter RV, Lewis S, Milne V. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2006;(4):CD003864

The evidence supporting alternative management strategies for early occlusal caries and suspected occlusal dentinal caries Bader JD, Shugars DA. J Evid Based Dent Pract. 2006;6(1):91-100

A systematic review of professional mechanical plaque removal for prevention of periodontal diseases Needleman I, Suvan J, Moles DR, Pimlott J. J Clin Periodontol. 2005;32 Suppl 6():229-82

A systematic review of the effectiveness of self-performed mechanical plaque removal in adults with gingivitis using a manual toothbrush van der Weijden GA, Hioe KP. J Clin Periodontol. 2005;32 Suppl 6():214-28

Cost-benefit, cost-effectiveness and cost-utility analyses of periodontitis prevention Braegger U. J Clin Periodontol. 2005;32 Suppl 6():301-13

Fluoridated milk for preventing dental caries Yeung CA, Hitchings JL, Macfarlane TV, Threlfall AG, Tickle M, Glenny AM. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2005;(3):CD003876

Fluorides, orthodontics and demineralization: a systematic review Benson PE, Shah AA, Millett DT, Dyer F, Parkin N, Vine RS. J Orthod. 2005;32(2):102-14

Global trends in dental fluorosis from 1980 to 2000: a systematic review Khan A, Moola MH, Cleaton-Jones P. SADJ. 2005;60(10):418-21

Manual versus powered toothbrushing for oral health Robinson PG, Deacon SA, Deery C, Heanue M, Walmsley AD, Worthington HV, Glenny AM, Shaw WC. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2005;(2):CD002281

Routine scale and polish for periodontal health in adults Beirne P, Forgie A, Worthington HV, Clarkson JE. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2005;(1):CD004625

The effect of topical fluorides on decalcification in patients with fixed orthodontic appliances: a systematic review Chadwick BL, Roy J, Knox J, Treasure ET. Am J Orthod Dentofacial Orthop. 2005;128(5):601-6; quiz 670

The effectiveness of self-performed mechanical plaque control with triclosan containing dentifrices Hioe KP, van der Weijden GA. Int J Dent Hyg. 2005;3(4):192-204

The effects of a supervised toothbrushing programme on the caries increment of primary school children, initially aged 5-6 years Jackson RJ, Newman HN, Smart GJ, Stokes E, Hogan JI, Brown C, Seres J. Caries Res. 2005;39(2):108-15

A clinical comparison of the gingivitis reduction and plaque-removal efficacy of a new manual toothbrush Nathoo S, Chaknis P, Petrone M, DeVizio W, Volpe AR. Compend Contin Educ Dent. 2004;25(10 Suppl 2):37-45

A review of the clinical efficacy of the Oral-B oscillating/rotating power toothbrush and the Philips Sonicare toothbrush in normal subject populations Warren PR, Cugini MA, Chater BV, Strate J. Int Dent J. 2004;54(6):429-37

A systematic review of the effectiveness of anticalculus dentifrices Netuveli GS, Sheiham A. Oral Health Prev Dent. 2004;2(1):49-58

Caries-inhibiting effect of preventive measures during orthodontic treatment with fixed appliances. A systematic review Derks A, Katsaros C, Frencken JE, van't Hof MA, Kuijpers-Jagtman AM. Caries Res. 2004;38(5):413-20

Caries-preventive effect of sodium fluoride mouthrinses: a systematic review of controlled clinical trials Twetman S, Petersson L, Axelsson S, Dahlgren H, Holm AK, Kallestal C, Lagerlof F, Lingstrom P, Mejare I, Nordenram G, Norlund A, Soder B. Acta Odontol Scand. 2004;62(4):223-30

Combinations of topical fluoride (toothpastes, mouthrinses, gels, varnishes) versus single topical fluoride for preventing dental caries in children and adolescents Marinho VC, Higgins JP, Sheiham A, Logan S. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2004;(1):CD002781

Effect of 1000 ppm relative to 250 ppm fluoride toothpaste. A meta-analysis Steiner M, Helfenstein U, Menghini G. Am J Dent. 2004;17(2):85-8

Effect of combined caries-preventive methods: a systematic review of controlled clinical trials Axelsson S, Soder B, Nordenram G, Petersson LG, Dahlgren H, Norlund A, Kallestal C, Mejare I, Lingstrom P, Lagerlof F, Holm AK, Twetman S. Acta Odontol Scand. 2004;62(3):163-9

Fluorides for the prevention of white spots on teeth during fixed brace treatment Benson PE, Parkin N, Millett DT, Dyer FE, Vine S, Shah A. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2004;(3):CD003809

One topical fluoride (toothpastes, or mouthrinses, or gels, or varnishes) versus another for preventing dental caries in children and adolescents Marinho VC, Higgins JP, Sheiham A, Logan S. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2004;(1):CD002780

Professional fluoride varnish treatment for caries control: a systematic review of clinical trials Petersson LG, Twetman S, Dahlgren H, Norlund A, Holm AK, Nordenram G, Lagerlof F, Soder B, Kallestal C, Mejare I, Axelsson S, Lingstrom P. Acta Odontol Scand. 2004;62(3):170-6

The effectiveness of a toothpaste containing triclosan and polyvinyl-methyl ether maleic acid copolymer in improving plaque control and gingival health: a systematic review Davies RM, Ellwood RP, Davies GM. J Clin Periodontol. 2004;31(12):1029-33

The effectiveness of manual versus powered toothbrushes for dental health: a systematic review Deery C, Heanue M, Deacon S, Robinson PG, Walmsley AD, Worthington H, Shaw W, Glenny AM. J Dent. 2004;32(3):197-211

Caries-preventive effect of fissure sealants: a systematic review Mejare I, Lingstrom P, Petersson LG, Holm AK, Twetman S, Kallestal C, Nordenram G, Lagerlof F, Soder B, Norlund A, Axelsson S, Dahlgren H. Acta Odontol Scand. 2003;61(6):321-30

Caries-preventive effect of fluoride toothpaste: a systematic review Twetman S, Axelsson S, Dahlgren H, Holm AK, Kallestal C, Lagerlof F, Lingstrom P, Mejare I, Nordenram G, Norlund A, Petersson LG, Soder B. Acta Odontol Scand. 2003;61(6):347-55

Dietary factors in the prevention of dental caries: a systematic review Lingstrom P, Holm AK, Mejare I, Twetman S, Soder B, Norlund A, Axelsson S, Lagerlof F, Nordenram G, Petersson LG, Dahlgren H, Kallestal C. Acta Odontol Scand. 2003;61(6):331-40

Fluoride mouthrinses for preventing dental caries in children and adolescents Marinho VC, Higgins JP, Logan S, Sheiham A. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2003;(3):CD002284

Fluoride toothpastes for preventing dental caries in children and adolescents Marinho VC, Higgins JP, Sheiham A, Logan S. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2003;(1):CD002278

Manual versus powered toothbrushes: the Cochrane review Niederman R. J Am Dent Assoc. 2003;134(9):1240-4

Manual versus powered toothbrushing for oral health Heanue M, Deacon SA, Deery C, Robinson PG, Walmsley AD, Worthington HV, Shaw WC. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2003;(1):CD002281

Prevention. Part 4: Toothbrushing: what advice should be given to patients? Davies RM, Davies GM, Ellwood RP. Br Dent J. 2003;195(3):135-41

Prevention. Part 8: The use of pit and fissure sealants in preventing caries in the permanent dentition of children Locker D, Jokovic A, Kay EJ. Br Dent J. 2003;195(7):375-8

Systematic review of controlled trials on the effectiveness of fluoride gels for the prevention of dental caries in children Marinho VC, Higgins JP, Logan S, Sheiham A. J Dent Educ. 2003;67(4):448-58

Systematic review of studies comparing the anti-caries efficacy of children's toothpaste containing 600 ppm of fluoride or less with high fluoride toothpastes of 1,000 ppm or above Ammari AB, Bloch-Zupan A, Ashley PF. Caries Res. 2003;37(2):85-92

The clinical effectiveness and cost-effectiveness of routine dental checks: a systematic review and economic evaluation Davenport C, Elley K, Salas C, Taylor-Weetman CL, Fry-Smith A, Bryan S, Taylor R. Health Technol Assess. 2003;7(7):iii-v, 1-127

The effectiveness of routine dental checks: a systematic review of the evidence base Davenport CF, Elley KM, Fry-Smith A, Taylor-Weetman CL, Taylor RS. Br Dent J. 2003;195(2):87-98; discussion 85

Topical fluoride (toothpastes, mouthrinses, gels or varnishes) for preventing dental caries in children and adolescents Marinho VC, Higgins JP, Logan S, Sheiham A. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2003;(4):CD002782

[Anticaries effectiveness of fluoride toothpaste: a meta-analysis] Chaves SC, Vieira-da-Silva LM. Rev Saude Publica. 2002;36(5):598-606

A systematic review of powered vs manual toothbrushes in periodontal cause-related therapy Sicilia A, Arregui I, Gallego M, Cabezas B, Cuesta S. J Clin Periodontol. 2002;29 Suppl 3():39-54; discussion 90-1

Evaluation of the effectiveness of a pre-brushing rinse in plaque removal: a meta-analysis Angelillo IF, Nobile CG, Pavia M. J Clin Periodontol. 2002;29(4):301-9

Fluoride gels for preventing dental caries in children and adolescents Marinho VC, Higgins JP, Logan S, Sheiham A. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2002;(2):CD002280

Fluoride varnishes for preventing dental caries in children and adolescents Marinho VC, Higgins JP, Logan S, Sheiham A. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2002;(3):CD002279

A systematic review of selected caries prevention and management methods Bader JD, Shugars DA, Bonito AJ. Community Dent Oral Epidemiol. 2001;29(6):399-411

Effectiveness of methods used by dental professionals for the primary prevention of dental caries Rozier RG. J Dent Educ. 2001;65(10):1063-72

Emerging methods used in the prevention and repair of carious tissues Clarkson BH, Rafter ME. J Dent Educ. 2001;65(10):1114-20

How to measure the effects of fluoride treatments in clinical trials? The role of caries prevalence and caries assessment Reich E. Caries Res. 2001;35 Suppl 1():34-9

Pit and fissure sealants in high-caries-risk individuals Weintraub JA. J Dent Educ. 2001;65(10):1084-90

Reduction in dental caries with four concentrations of sodium fluoride in a dentifrice: a meta-analysis evaluation Bartizek RD, Gerlach RW, Faller RV, Jacobs SA, Bollmer BW, Biesbrock AR. J Clin Dent. 2001;12(3):57-62

Systematic reviews of selected dental caries diagnostic and management methods Bader JD, Shugars DA, Bonito AJ. J Dent Educ. 2001;65(10):960-8

The effect of non-cariogenic sweeteners on the prevention of dental caries: a review of the evidence Hayes C. J Dent Educ. 2001;65(10):1106-9

The use of fluoride varnishes in the prevention of dental caries: a short review Strohmenger L, Brambilla E. Oral Dis. 2001;7(2):71-80

Water fluoridation, osteoporosis, fractures--recent developments Demos LL, Kazda H, Cicuttini FM, Sinclair MI, Fairley CK. Aust Dent J. 2001;46(2):80-7; quiz 143

Water fluoridation. Meta-analysis of fluoridation and fractures has been done Jones G. BMJ. 2001;322(7300):1486; author reply 1487-8

Caries risk assessment and prevention: strategies for Head Start, Early Head Start, and WIC Kanellis MJ. J Public Health Dent. 2000;60(3):210-7; discussion 218-20

Systematic review of public water fluoridation Holloway PJ. Community Dent Health. 2000;17(4):261-2

Systematic review of water fluoridation McDonagh MS, Whiting PF, Wilson PM, Sutton AJ, Chestnutt I, Cooper J, Misso K, Bradley M, Treasure E, Kleijnen J. BMJ. 2000;321(7265):855-9

Fluoride supplements and fluorosis: a meta-analysis Ismail AI, Bandekar RR. Community Dent Oral Epidemiol. 1999;27(1):48-56

A meta-analysis of clinical studies on the caries-inhibiting effect of fluoride gel treatment van Rijkom HM, Truin GJ, van 't Hof MA. Caries Res. 1998;32(2):83-92

An update of mechanical oral hygiene practices: evidence-based recommendations for disease prevention Brothwell DJ, Jutai DK, Hawkins RJ. J Can Dent Assoc. 1998;64(4):295-306

Is dental health education effective? A systematic review of current evidence Kay EJ, Locker D. Community Dent Oral Epidemiol. 1996;24(4):231-5

Fluoride toothpastes, rinses, and tablets Stephen KW. Adv Dent Res. 1994;8(2):185-9

Fluoride varnishes (Duraphat): a meta-analysis Helfenstein U, Steiner M. Community Dent Oral Epidemiol. 1994;22(1):1-5

Factors influencing the effectiveness of sealants--a meta-analysis Llodra JC, Bravo M, Delgado-Rodriguez M, Baca P, Galvez R. Community Dent Oral Epidemiol. 1993;21(5):261-8

Sodium fluoride or sodium monofluorophosphate? A critical view of a meta-analysis on their relative effectiveness in dentifrices Holloway PJ, Worthington HV. Am J Dent. 1993;6 Spec No():S55-8

The comparative clinical cariostatic efficacy of sodium fluoride and sodium monofluorophosphate dentifrices: a review of trials Beiswanger BB, Stookey GK. ASDC J Dent Child. 1989;56(5):337-47