Comparison of Effectiveness of Autobrush vs Manual Toothbrush, Children 9-12
Summary
The NIH National Library of Medicine registered clinical trial NCT07537803, a randomized crossover study comparing the effectiveness of an Autobrush U-shaped toothbrush versus a manual regular toothbrush in children aged 9-12 years. The study will measure Full Mouth Plaque Scores using disclosing tablets and assess both brushing techniques. Participants avoid oral cleaning procedures 12 hours before appointments.
What changed
NIH registered clinical trial NCT07537803, a randomized crossover study comparing an Autobrush U-shaped toothbrush with a manual regular toothbrush among children aged 9-12 years. The study assesses Full Mouth Plaque Scores using disclosing tablets, with participants serving as their own controls in a two-phase intervention design.
This study registration represents procedural documentation for a dental research project. Compliance teams at healthcare institutions conducting pediatric dental research should note this registry entry for awareness of ongoing comparative effectiveness research in oral hygiene products for children. The findings may inform future clinical practice recommendations but do not create immediate compliance obligations.
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Comparison of The Effectiveness of Autobrush (U-shaped Toothbrush) Versus Manual Regular Toothbrush Among Children Aged From 9-12 Years
N/A NCT07537803 Kind: NA Apr 17, 2026
Abstract
Demographic information were collected from the participants. Assigned the participant to the intervention group. Participants were instructed to avoid all kinds of oral cleaning procedures approximately 12 hours before their appointments.
To assess the Full Mouth Plaque Score using a disclosing tablet.
participants were assigned to the Autobrush (U-shaped toothbrush) (Manual bundle with double-sided nylon brush head U-shaped fits 9-12 Years, San Diego, California).
First: Manual regular toothbrush (R):
Modified Bass Technique for the mixed dentition was used.
Second: Autobrush U-shaped Toothbrush (U) was used.
Subsequently, the examiner conducted a second FMPS examination.
Conditions: Full Mouth Plaque Score (FMPS)
Interventions: Manual regular toothbrush, Autobrush U-shaped Toothbrush
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