Effectiveness of Glycine Powder and Angled Toothbrush in Oral Hygiene for Columbus Bridge ProtocolTM Full-Arch Patients: A Randomized Factorial Study

What this Trial Is About

Researchers are evaluating different professional and home oral hygiene methods to control bacterial plaque in patients with full-arch dental restorations using the Columbus Bridge ProtocolTM. This study randomly assigns at least 74 patients into four groups to compare standard versus glycine perio-flow professional treatments and standard versus angled toothbrushes for home care. The goal is to find the best way to reduce plaque and potentially lower the risk of peri-implant diseases in these patients. Participants receive either standard dental cleaning or cleaning with added glycine powder professionally. For home care, they use either a standard or an angled toothbrush, combined with flossing. The study groups include all combinations of these treatments. Treatments and evaluations occur at the start and again after three months to assess differences in plaque levels. During the study, plaque on implant abutments and dentures is measured both before and after removing dentures. Denture plaque is analyzed using a special dye and software to calculate plaque percentage. Additional measures like probing depth and bleeding on probing are recorded at the start and after three months. Patients’ oral hygiene is monitored, and outcomes focus on plaque reduction to improve full-arch dental care. The total study includes an initial session and a follow-up visit three months later.

Analysis of the Effectiveness of the Use of Glycine Powder and Angled Implant Brush in Oral Hygiene Maintenance in Patients Reinstated With Columbus Bridge ProtocolTM