Systemic sclerosis is a rare multisystem connective-tissue disorder characterized by three major pathological hallmarks: widespread fibrosis, vasculopathy and immunological abnormalities. This condition has multiple effects on the orofacial region that is involved in approximately 80% of the patients with a significant impact on the quality of life. The aim of this randomized single-blind study is to evaluate the impact of the use of a specific oral hygiene instrumentation (sonic toothbrush and water flosser with a large handle) compared to "standard" toothbrushing with a manual toothbrush on the gingival health among patients with systemic sclerosis.
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Purpose
PREVENTION
Masking
SINGLE
Enrollment
20
Patients in group 1 (''reference procedure'') receive a manual toothbrush with a small compact head to facilitate access to the posterior teeth and soft bristles.
\- Group 2 patients receive a manual toothbrush with a small, compact head for easy access to the posterior teeth and soft bristles. They also receive a Philips brand interdental microjet (Philips Sonicare AirFloss Ultra) which must be filled with water.
\- Group 3 patients receive a rechargeable sonic electric toothbrush from Philipps with an integrated excess pressure sensor and a compact toothbrush head for easy access to the posterior teeth.
\- Group 4 patients receive a Philips Sonicare ProtectiveClean rechargeable sonic electric toothbrush with an integrated excess pressure sensor and 2 compact toothbrush heads for easy access to the posterior teeth. They also receive an interdental microjet from Philips (Philips Sonicare AirFloss Ultra) which must be filled with water.
Service de parodontologie
Strasbourg, France
Changing of plaque index between baseline, week 2 and week 4
Time frame: day 0, week 2 and week 4
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