International Journal of Dental Hygiene

Article	Citations
Impact of early childhood caries on oral health‐related quality of life: A systematic review and meta‐analysis	43
The Association of Oral Health Status and socio‐economic determinants with Oral Health‐Related Quality of Life among the elderly: A systematic review and meta‐analysis	42
Early Childhood Oral Health Impact Scale (ECOHIS): Literature review and Italian validation	29
YouTube™ quality as a source for parent education about the oral hygiene of children	25
Impact of regular professional toothbrushing on oral health, related quality of life, and nutritional and cognitive status in nursing home residents	22
The risk of tooth loss in patients with diabetes: A systematic review and meta‐analysis	19
Non‐surgical periodontal therapy effectively improves patient‐reported outcomes: A systematic review	19
The efficacy of powered toothbrushes: A systematic review and network meta‐analysis	17
Plaque disclosing agent as a guide for professional biofilm removal: A randomized controlled clinical trial	17
Is periodontal disease associated with increased risk of colorectal cancer? A meta‐analysis	16
Ultrasonic scaling in COVID‐era dentistry: A quantitative assessment of aerosol spread during simulated and clinical ultrasonic scaling procedures	15
Effect of toothbrush bristle stiffness and toothbrushing force on the abrasive dentine wear	14
A randomized double‐blind clinical trial to evaluate the efficacy of chlorhexidine, antioxidant, and hyaluronic acid mouthwashes in the management of biofilm‐induced gingivitis	13
Effectiveness of orthodontic toothbrush versus conventional toothbrush on plaque and gingival index reduction: A systematic review and meta‐analysis	12
Effectiveness of CPP‐ACP and fluoride products in tooth remineralization	12
Impact of stage‐grade of periodontitis and self‐reported symptoms on oral health‐related quality of life	11
Oral health awareness, attitude towards dental treatment, fear of infection and economic impact during COVID‐19 pandemic in the Middle East	11
Development and evaluation of e‐learning materials for dental hygiene students in six schools: Using smartphones to learn dental treatment procedures	11
Oral health‐related quality of life and associated factors in patients with xerostomia	10
Curcumin mouthwashes versus chlorhexidine in controlling plaque and gingivitis: A systematic review and meta‐analysis	10
Is YouTubeTM an adequate source of oral hygiene education for orthodontic patients?	10
Effectiveness of denture microwave disinfection for treatment of denture stomatitis: A systematic review and meta‐analysis	10
Effect of the local probiotics in the therapy of periodontitis A randomized prospective study	9
Effect of Propolis mouthwash on clinical periodontal parameters in patients with gingivitis: A double‐blinded randomized clinical trial	9
Poor oral health‐related quality of life among pregnant women: A systematic review and meta‐analysis	8

Clinical comparison of an electric‐powered ionic toothbrush and a manual toothbrush in plaque reduction: A randomized clinical trial	8
Definitions used for a healthy periodontium—A systematic review	7
Effects of oral health promotion programmes on adolescents’ oral health‐related quality of life: A systematic review	7
Could mouth rinses be an adjuvant in the treatment of SARS‐CoV‐2 patients? An appraisal with a systematic review	7
Oral health care beliefs among care personnel working with older people – follow‐up of oral care education provided by dental hygienists	7
Dental plaque control strategies for the elderly population: A scoping review	7
Dental plaque score reduction with an oscillating‐rotating power toothbrush and a high‐frequency sonic power toothbrush: a systematic review and meta‐analysis of single‐brushing exercises	7
Efficacy of erythritol powder air‐polishing in active and supportive periodontal therapy: A systematic review and meta‐analysis	7
Are oral hygiene instructions with aid of plaque‐disclosing methods effective in improving self‐performed dental plaque control? A systematic review of randomized controlled trials	7
YouTube™ for information on paediatric oral health instructions	7
Effect of triphala mouthrinse on plaque and gingival inflammation: A systematic review and meta‐analysis of randomized controlled trials	6
Comparing protection‐motivation theory‐based intervention with routine public dental health care	6
Microbial contamination and plaque scores of nanogold‐coated toothbrush	6
Are diabetes and dental care providers in the Republic of Mauritius advising patients about the importance of oral health in diabetes management?	6
Clinical comparison of instrumentation systems for periodontal debridement: A randomized clinical trial	6
‘Caries disease among an elderly population—A 10‐year longitudinal study’	6
Streptococcus mutans and Streptococcus sobrinus distribution in the saliva and plaque of Iranian population: Higher prevalence of S. mutans serotypes f and k	6
Risk indicators of long‐term outcome of implant therapy in patients with a history of severe periodontitis or no history of periodontitis: A retrospective cohort study	6
A novel biofilm removal approach (Guided Biofilm Therapy) utilizing erythritol air‐polishing and ultrasonic piezo instrumentation: A randomized controlled trial	6
Efficacy of mobile health care in patients undergoing fixed orthodontic treatment: A systematic review	6
Early childhood caries and related risk factors: A cross‐sectional study of children in Zhejiang Province, China	6
Non‐surgical peri‐implantitis treatment using a pocket irrigator device; clinical, microbiological, radiographical and patient‐centred outcomes—A pilot study	6
The impact on the quality of life caused by the early loss of primary molars	5
Does flossing before or after brushing influence the reduction in the plaque index? A systematic review and meta‐analysis	5
Comparison of the postoperative anti‐inflammatory efficacy of chlorhexidine, saline rinses and herbal mouthwashes after mechanical debridement in patients with peri‐implant mucositis: A randomized con	5
Postoperative anti‐inflammatory efficacy of 2% saline rinses and a herbal‐ mouthwash after non‐surgical periodontal therapy for the management of periodontal inflammation in young adults with chlorhex	5
Relations between periodontal status, oral health–related quality of life and perceived oral health and oral health consciousness levels in a Turkish population	5
Colour stability of stained composite resins after brushing with whitening toothpaste	5
Effectiveness of remineralization agents on the prevention of dental bleaching induced sensitivity: A randomized clinical trial	5
Oral hygiene status and factors related to oral health in hospitalized patients with schizophrenia	5
Adjunctive benefit of ozonized water irrigation with mechanical debridement in the management of Stage III periodontitis: A randomized controlled clinical and biochemical study	5
Associations between perceived self‐efficacy and oral health behaviours in adolescents	5
Impacts of undernutrition and maternal oral health status on dental caries in Korean children aged 3‐5 years	5
Comparative evaluation of fluorinol and calcium sodium phosphosilicate‐containing toothpastes in the treatment of dentin hypersensitivity	5
Prevalence of myths regarding oral health among pregnant women in North India	5
Effects of antimicrobial mouthwashes on the human oral microbiome: Systematic review of controlled clinical trials	5
Interdental plaque reduction after the use of different devices in patients with periodontitis and interdental recession: A randomized clinical trial	5
Impact of care level, setting and accommodation costs on a newly developed oral care nursing plan format for elderly patients with care needs – Results from a cross‐sectional study	4
Comparison of the effects of different instrumentation techniques on root surface roughness and cement loss using micro‐computerized tomography: An in‐vitro study	4
Perceptions of oral health education and practice among nursing students in Malaysia and Australia	4
A clinical investigation into the efficacy of miswak chewing sticks as an oral hygiene aid: A crossover randomized trial	4
Impact of serum vitamin D levels on periodontal healing outcomes: A preliminary cohort study	4
Efficacy of herbal‐ versus chlorhexidine‐based mouthwashes towards oral hygiene maintenance in patients undergoing fixed orthodontic therapy: A systematic review and meta‐analysis	4
Health action process approach in oral health behaviour: Target interventions, constructs and groups—A systematic review	4
Effect of tongue piercing on periodontal and peri‐implant health: A cross‐sectional case‐control study in adults	4
Response to the coronavirus disease 2019 pandemic of dental hygienists in South Korea—Part Ⅰ: Knowledge and practice of infection control	4
Magnification loupes influence on neck and trunk flexion of dental hygienists while scaling—A pilot study	4
Efficacy of Behaviour Change Techniques to improve oral hygiene control of individuals undergoing orthodontic therapy. A systematic review	4
Evaluation of an intervention to promote minimally invasive dentistry (MID) in an Australian community dental agency—A pilot study	4
Motivators and barriers to oral hygiene self‐care among adolescents in Malaysia: A qualitative study	4

Survey on the attitudes of dental hygiene students towards treating elderly patients	4
Dental hygiene graduates’ educational preparedness: Self‐confidence ratings of the CDHA baccalaureate competencies	4
Probiotic mouthwash as an adjunct to mechanical therapy in the treatment of stage II periodontitis: A randomized controlled clinical trial	4
A randomized clinical study to examine the oral hygiene efficacy of a novel herbal toothpaste with zinc over a 6‐month period	4
COVID‐19 impact, knowledge and preparedness among dental hygienists in Saudi Arabia: A cross‐sectional study	4
Prevalence of dental floss use in deciduous dentition: A systematic review and meta‐analysis	3
The efficacy of a rubber bristles interdental cleaner on parameters of oral soft tissue health‐a systematic review‐	3
Evaluation of the success rate of pit and fissure sealants on first molars: 12 months follow‐up study	3
Effects of tooth loss on functional impairment in elderly: A secondary data analysis of elderly cohort in the South Korea	3
Comparison of antiplaque and anti‐gingivitis effects of aloe vera mouthwash with chlorhexidine in fixed orthodontic patients—A randomized controlled trial	3
The efficacy of air polishing devices in supportive periodontal therapy: Clinical, microbiological and patient‐centred outcomes. A systematic review	3
Boric acid as an adjunct to periodontal therapy: A systematic review and meta‐analysis	3
Effect of a sodium hypochlorite mouthwash on plaque and clinical parameters of periodontal disease‐a systematic review	3
Evaluation of the quality of YouTube™ videos about pit and fissure sealant applications	3
Knowledge of bidirectional relationship between diabetes and periodontal disease among diabetes patients: A systematic review	3
Influence of the COVID‐19 pandemic on learning preferences and perspectives of generation Y and Z students in dental education	3
Improving dental‐oral health learning in students using a mobile application (“My tooth“): A controlled before and after study	3
Do chronotype differences and night eating syndrome affect dental health?	3
Clinical evaluation of air polishing with erythritol powder followed by ultrasonic calculus removal versus conventional ultrasonic debridement and rubber cup polishing for the treatment of gingivitis:	3
Salivary counts ofStreptococcus mutansandLactobacillusin patients with and without cleft lip and/or palate undergoing orthodontic treatment: A meta‐analysis	3
Comparison of the plaque regrowth inhibition effects of oil pulling therapy with sesame oil or coconut oil using 4‐day plaque regrowth study model: A randomized crossover clinical trial	3
Oral health perception and plight of patients of schizophrenia	3
Clinical outcomes of using erythritol powder by means of air polishing with ultrasonic debridement in the treatment of initial periodontal pockets in hand of dental students: A split‐mouth, randomized	3
Is there burnout related to work among Dutch dental hygienists?: Combining studies by using the UBOS and the UWES	3
Success of supportive periodontal therapy in periodontitis patients — A retrospective analysis	3
Effect of a sonic toothbrush on the abrasive dentine wear using toothpastes with different abrasivity values	3
Toothbrushing and related factors among high school students in the Southeast of Iran: A cross‐sectional study	2
Relative dentin and enamel abrasivity of charcoal toothpastes	2
Efficacy of dental floss with ellipsoidal knots vs conventional dental floss for plaque removal: A split‐mouth randomized trial	2
The efficacy of an oscillating‐rotating power toothbrush compared to a high‐frequency sonic power toothbrush on parameters of dental plaque and gingival inflammation: A systematic review and meta‐anal	2
Bacterial resistance to antiseptics used in dentistry: A systematic scoping review of randomized clinical trials	2
Comparison of the effect of mothers and students’ education on the promotion of oral health behaviours in female students, using the health belief model	2
The association between Antonovsky's sense of coherence and job stress among dental hygienists in Korea	2
Efficacy of 0.05% cetylpyridinium chloride mouthwash as an adjunct to toothbrushing compared with 0.12% chlorhexidine gluconate mouthwash in reducing dental plaque and gingival inflammation: A randomi	2
Caries prevalence, oral health practices/behaviours and dental anxiety levels amongst dental hygiene students: A cross‐sectional study	2
Health counselling in dental care for expectant parents: A qualitative study	2
Research on dental plaque removal methods for efficient oral prophylaxis: With a focus on air polishing and rubber cup polishing	2
Assessment of caries on the first permanent molars in a group of seven‐ to thirteen‐year‐old schoolchildren: Comparison of DMF and ICDAS systems	2
Assessment of knowledge, attitude and practice of medical and dental students about maintaining and disinfecting toothbrushes	2
Adolescents' experiences of a theory‐based behavioural intervention for improved oral hygiene: A qualitative interview study	2
Tooth loss and periodontal status in patients with cardiovascular disease in the Serbian population: A randomized prospective study	2
Use of toothbrushing in conjunction with chlorhexidine for preventing ventilator‐associated pneumonia: A random‐effect meta‐analysis of randomized controlled trials	2
Students’ motivating influences for selecting dental hygiene and a 4‐year degree: A retrospective study	2
Educational concerns and awareness level among dental hygiene students during the COVID‐19 pandemic	2
Treatment of patients with coronavirus disease 2019 and cross‐infection in dental clinics in Korea	2
Oral side effects of locally delivered nicotine replacement therapy: A meta‐analysis of randomized controlled trials	2
Comment on "The effect of using a mobile application (‘WhiteTeeth’) on improving oral hygiene: A randomized controlled trial" by Scheerman et al	2
Relationship between career education experience among final‐year dental hygiene students and their perspective towards work and profession: A nationwide survey in dental hygiene schools of Japan	2
Flapless application of enamel matrix derivative in non‐surgical periodontal treatment: A systematic review	2
Effect of brushing force on the abrasive dentin wear using slurries with different abrasivity values	2
Dental caries experience in primary school‐age children following "Students’ Oral Health Promotion Program," Iran	2
Current knowledge, attitude and practice among dental hygienists in oral cancer awareness: Systematic review	2
Community pharmacists' knowledge, attitude and practice of oral health care in Asir region, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia	2
Clarithromycin as an adjunct to periodontal therapy: a systematic review and meta‐analysis	2
Change in oral hygiene behaviour after non‐surgical periodontal therapy – A retrospective analyses	1
The effect of whitening toothpastes on polyurethane and silicone orthodontic clear ligatures: A clinical study	1
Practice characteristics and views of dental hygienists in Lithuania	1
Dental team member compliance with personal protective equipment and aerosol‐generating procedure recommendations during the COVID‐19 pandemic in Israel: An observational study	1
Halitosis, what experiences and methods apply Dutch dental hygienists	1
Efficacy of sonic versus manual toothbrushing after professional mechanical plaque removal: A 6‐month randomized clinical trial	1
Association of anxiety, age and oral health‐related quality of life with periodontitis: A case‐control study	1
Effectiveness of a sonic‐flosser toothbrush with different size brush heads and manual toothbrush plus dental floss on plaque, gingival bleeding and inflammation in adults with naturally oc	1
Dental hygienists’ biopsychosocial beliefs and giving autonomy support in treatment of patients: A self‐determination theory perspective	1
Comparative evaluation of efficacy and patient‐reported outcome measures of oral hygiene instruction methods for calibrated interdental brush	1
On the necessity to improve the reporting quality of behavioural interventions in dental plaque control randomized controlled trials	1
Knowledge, attitude and practices of Saudi dental hygiene students towards novel corona virus disease (COVID‐19): A nation‐wide study	1
A comparative questionnaire study of patient complaint levels between magnetostrictive ultrasonic scaler (Cavitron®) and piezoelectric ultrasonic scalers	1
Oral health status and barriers to utilization of dental services among pregnant women in Sunsari, Nepal: A cross‐sectional study	1
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The effectiveness of dental water jet in reducing dental plaque and gingival bleeding in orthodontic patients: A systematic review and meta‐analysis of randomized clinical trials	1
Fluoride concentration in dentifrices marketed In Argentina	1
Dental caries experience and its relationship to demographic factors in 2‐ to 6‐year‐old children in Fars—Iran in 2018	1
A two‐week single‐group longitudinal test of a new sonic‐powered toothbrush simulating the ‘bass brushing technique’ with tapered bristles on the brush head for reduction of dental plaque and gingivit	1
The role of the dental hygienist in promoting oral health	1
Malaysian dental therapists’ job motivation, job satisfaction, intention to leave and perceived future roles	1
Antigingivitis efficacy of a sodium bicarbonate toothpaste: Pooled analysis	1
Assessment of the current knowledge about infective endocarditis prevention among dental hygienists in Italy: A national survey	1
Socio‐economic inequality in reported dental self‐care behaviour among Iranian households: A national pooled study	1
Efficacy of water flossing on clinical parameters of inflammation and plaque: A 4‐week randomized controlled trial	1
Is insufficient sleep duration a risk indicator for periodontal disease? A systematic review	1

Dental environment and practitioner preferences of southeast Asian youths with dental fear/anxiety	1
Description of a new laboratory evaluation method of interdental brush abrasion as a clinical hazard	1
The effect of oil pulling in comparison with chlorhexidine and other mouthwash interventions in promoting oral health: A systematic review and meta‐analysis	1
Impacts of the Triple bristles three‐sided sonic powered toothbrush on tooth shade, plaque control and gingival health	1
A comparison study: Periodontal practice approach of dentists and dental hygienists	1
Assessment of colour modifications in two different composite resins induced by the influence of chlorhexidine mouthwashes and gels, with and without anti‐staining properties: An in vitro study	1
The association between low birth weight and/or preterm birth and dental caries ‐A systematic review and meta‐analysis	1
Oral health status, oral health‐related quality of life and personality factors among users of three‐sided sonic‐powered toothbrush versus conventional manual toothbrush	1
The Dutch version of the Oral Health Assessment Tool: Translation and inter‐rater reliability among community nurses	1
Do natural ingredients in a dentifrice contribute to prevention of plaque and gingivitis?	1
Different scaling and root planing strategies in Turkish patients with aggressive periodontitis: A randomized controlled clinical trial	1
Randomized trial of a photography‐aided behavioural intervention to reduce risk factors for caries and malocclusion in high‐risk infants	1
Cross‐cultural adaptation of Turkish version of Parental‐Caregiver Perceptions Questionnaire (P‐CPQ)	1
Complexity of best‐evidenced practice in periodontal therapy: Views of Swedish Dental Hygienists	1
Salivary fluoride bioavailability after use of high‐fluoride dentifrices with different compositions: A short‐term randomized clinical trial	1
Working characteristics for practising dental hygienists in two countries in different hemispheres	1
Evaluation of the effect of periodontitis on quality of life using Oral‐Dental Health‐Related Quality of Life‐United Kingdom scale	1
Effects of single rinse with three different types of mouthwashes on VSCs levels in morning breath: Randomized, double‐blind, crossover clinical trial	1
A survey of the prevalence and predictors of workplace bullying towards the dental hygienist	1
Perceived quality of life among oral health therapy and dental students: A cross‐cultural comparison	1
Self‐perceived halitosis among young adults undergoing orthodontic treatment	1
Response to the coronavirus disease 2019 pandemic of dental hygienists in South Korea—Part II: Fear and anxiety	1
Effect of dental caries management using ‘CAMBRA‐kids’ mobile application for children under 5 years old	1
Influence of eight debridement techniques on three different titanium surfaces: A laboratory study	1
Assessing the quality of YouTube™ videos on fixed dental implant home‐care and maintenance protocols	1
Quality of life in dental hygienists using complementary alternative medicine approaches for work‐related musculoskeletal disorders	1
Health‐risk behaviours co‐occur among children with untreated caries	1
Motivations for and outcomes of graduate education amongst dental hygienists: A pan‐Canadian study	1
Prevalence of halitosis among young adults in Dunedin, New Zealand	1