There is a continuous debate going on regarding the greater effectiveness of the power toothbrush as compared to a manual toothbrush in all popular medias including the internet. Even though, the acceptance of the facts by the dental professionals is still very limited. A study was conducted to evaluate the effectiveness of a power toothbrush in a group of affected people; the study was strictly based on the clinical opinions of dental professionals. Beside that   surveys were also conducted to assess the stance of dental professionals and people toward the power toothbrushes available in the market. The study indicated the effectiveness of the power toothbrush and according to the dental professionals the positive effect on the oral health of about 80 percent of the affected people was closely observed; the noticeable benefits included plaque removal and improved gingival condition. Most of the participants in the study confirmed that they would like to continue using the power toothbrush after the study. At the end more dentists considered the power toothbrush to be the most effective way of brushing and they would likely to recommend a power toothbrush to their patients now onwards.

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