International Journal of Dental Hygiene

Papers
(The median citation count of International Journal of Dental Hygiene is 1. The table below lists those papers that are above that threshold based on CrossRef citation counts [max. 250 papers]. The publications cover those that have been published in the past four years, i.e., from 2021-06-01 to 2025-06-01.)
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Effects of Systematic Oral Hygiene Guidance on Plaque Control Among Periodontal Patients27
Interprofessional Learning and Oral Health‐Related Attitudes and Knowledge Among Nursing Students at a University in Sweden—An Exploratory Study21
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In vitro evaluation of surface roughness of titanium abutments after air polishing with different abrasive powders18
Evaluation of the quality of YouTube™ videos about pit and fissure sealant applications18
Is insufficient sleep duration a risk indicator for periodontal disease? A systematic review18
COVID‐19 impact, knowledge and preparedness among dental hygienists in Saudi Arabia: A cross‐sectional study17
Effects of single rinse with three different types of mouthwashes on VSCs levels in morning breath: Randomized, double‐blind, crossover clinical trial17
Factors affecting the infection control behaviours of Korean dental hygienists in response to the coronavirus disease 2019 pandemic17
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 chlorhex16
Evaluation of the usefulness and quality of YouTube™ videos about children's electric toothbrushes16
Associations Between Problems in Oral Health, Oral Function and Malnutrition in Older People: Results From Three Databases15
Evaluation of the extent of plaque removal and users' experience of alternative toothbrushes: A randomized single‐blind crossover study14
Dental caries experience and its relationship to demographic factors in 2‐ to 6‐year‐old children in Fars—Iran in 201814
Impact of oral piercings on periodontal health – A systematic review13
Assessment of knowledge, attitude and practice of medical and dental students about maintaining and disinfecting toothbrushes12
A Report on a Qualitative Service Evaluation of Return to Dental Therapy Reskilling Schemes in the United Kingdom12
Socio‐economic inequality in reported dental self‐care behaviour among Iranian households: A national pooled study12
Development and psychometric test of the myRisk mobile application for caries risk assessment12
Are COVID‐19 patients given adequate instructions about toothbrush hygiene? A cross‐sectional study11
Association between child's behaviour during first dental appointment and effectiveness of dental plaque removal by caregivers11
Experiences and characteristics of men working in dental hygiene11
Utilising Text Mining to Determine Japanese Dental Hygiene Students' Perceptions of Dental Hygienists and Dentists10
An updated systematic review on toothbrush contamination: An overlooked oral health concern among general population10
Side effects and short effects of using three common mouthwashes on oral health and quality of life: A quasi‐experimental study10
The association between low birth weight and/or preterm birth and dental caries ‐A systematic review and meta‐analysis9
Treatment of patients with coronavirus disease 2019 and cross‐infection in dental clinics in Korea9
Do natural ingredients in a dentifrice contribute to prevention of plaque and gingivitis?9
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Probiotic mouthwash as an adjunct to mechanical therapy in the treatment of stage II periodontitis: A randomized controlled clinical trial9
Survey on Patient Perception of At‐Home Bacterial Biofilm Control in Relation to Peri‐Implant Soft Tissue Health9
Dentinal Tubule Occlusion and Dentin Permeability Efficacy of Silver Diamine Fluoride Solutions9
Prevalence of Dental Caries in Persons With or Without Long‐Term Experience of Positive Airway Pressure‐Treated Obstructive Sleep Apnoea8
Efficacy of a new protocol for the prevention of work‐related musculoskeletal disorders in dental hygiene students: A pilot randomized controlled trial8
Association between multimorbidity and periodontal disease in Korean adults: A nationwide cross‐sectional cohort study8
Response to the coronavirus disease 2019 pandemic of dental hygienists in South Korea—Part Ⅰ: Knowledge and practice of infection control8
Air‐polishing followed by ultrasonic calculus removal for the treatment of gingivitis: A 12‐month, split‐mouth randomized controlled clinical trial8
Response to the coronavirus disease 2019 pandemic of dental hygienists in South Korea—PartII: Fear and anxiety8
Effectiveness of remineralization agents on the prevention of dental bleaching induced sensitivity: A randomized clinical trial7
Effects of 0.2% Hyaluronic Acid Gel‐Impregnated Dental Floss on Clinical Gingival Parameters: A Randomised Clinical Trial7
Air‐polishing technology is an effective alternative chairside method for cleaning dentures7
Patient's experiences of dental implants, peri‐implantitis and its treatment‐A qualitative interview study7
Diode laser as an adjunctive treatment for periodontitis: Arandomized controlled trial7
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Influence of eight debridement techniques on three different titanium surfaces: A laboratory study7
Description of a new laboratory evaluation method of interdental brush abrasion as a clinical hazard7
Effect of Propolis mouthwash on clinical periodontal parameters in patients with gingivitis: A double‐blinded randomized clinical trial6
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, randomized6
Prevalence and associated factors of self‐reported halitosis among institutionalized adolescents: Cross‐sectional study6
Evaluation of the success rate of pit and fissure sealants on first molars: 12 months follow‐up study6
The effects of an integrated supportive programme on oral health in patients with head and neck cancer undergoing radiotherapy: A randomized controlled trial6
The role of self‐compassion in mediating the effect of perfectionism on personal growth initiative in dental hygienists6
Effect of the coronavirus disease 2019 pandemic on oral health of Korean adolescents6
Effectiveness of online faculty calibration: A randomized crossover study6
The oral and systemic health impact profile for periodontal disease (OSHIP‐Perio)—Part 2: Responsiveness and minimal important difference6
The effect of mass media campaigns on oral health knowledge: A systematic review and meta‐analysis5
Efficacy of water flossing on clinical parameters of inflammation and plaque: A 4‐week randomized controlled trial5
Photodynamic therapy adjuvant to non‐surgical periodontal therapy: Systematic review of randomized clinical trials5
Evaluation of the Faecal Occult Blood Test as a Screening Tool for Periodontal Disease: A Case–Control Study5
Use of an antiseptic rinse (NanArgol) for the oral hygiene maintenance of subjects with fixed appliances: A randomized clinical trial5
Health action process approach in oral health behaviour: Target interventions, constructs and groups—A systematic review5
Oral health care beliefs among care personnel working with older people – follow‐up of oral care education provided by dental hygienists5
Common practices of dental implant maintenance among dental hygienists working in the Netherlands – A survey5
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 study5
Cross‐sectional evaluation of periodontal inflammation and oral hygiene status between fixed appliances and Invisalign in patients affected by craniofacial anomalies5
The impact of different states of type 2 diabetes when stratified by baselineHbA1con the periodontal outcomes of non‐surgical periodontal treatment: A systematic review and network meta‐ana5
The risk of tooth loss in patients with diabetes: A systematic review and meta‐analysis5
Comparison of the effect of mothers and students’ education on the promotion of oral health behaviours in female students, using the health belief model5
Oral Hygiene Status and Psychological Factors Among Sheltered Adolescents in Recife4
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Impact of Virtual Reality on Perception of Dental Pain Associated With Dental Scaling in Healthy Adults: A Split Mouth Design Randomised Controlled Study4
Implicit racial bias among dental hygienists practicing in the United States4
Construct Validity of the Orientation to Life Questionnaire in a General Adult Population in Norway and Its Association with Self‐Reported General and Oral Health4
Does flossing before or after brushing influence the reduction in the plaque index? A systematic review and meta‐analysis4
Comparison of the Frequency in Changing and Using Personal Protective Equipment Among Dental Staff After Coronavirus Disease 20194
The effect of virtual reality glasses on dental anxiety during scaling and root planing in patients with periodontitis: A randomized controlled clinical trial4
Painless cost control as a central strategy for universal oral health coverage: A critical review with policy guide4
Dental team member compliance with personal protective equipment and aerosol‐generating procedure recommendations during the COVID‐19 pandemic in Israel: An observational study4
Oral Health Status at Age 60 and 72 Years—A Longitudinal Study4
Microbiological status at intake in relation to clinical periodontal status at intake and the response to non‐surgical periodontal therapy—A retrospective analysis4
Oral hygiene behaviour and its determinants among preparatory school students in Gondar city, Northwest Ethiopia: A cross‐sectional study4
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A long‐term longitudinal study of gingival recession in dentists: A 15‐year follow‐up4
Exploring avoidance of dental care due to dental fear and economic burden –A cross‐sectional study in a national sample of younger adults in Norway4
Professional use of social media platforms by independent dental hygienists in the Netherlands: A quantitative study4
Oral hygiene status and factors related to oral health in hospitalized patients with schizophrenia4
Association of sense of coherence and periodontal disease severity, in two cross‐sectional studies4
Relative dentin and enamel abrasivity of charcoal toothpastes4
Development of Dental Hygiene and Dental Therapy Students Using Programmatic Approaches to Assessment3
Aerosols Contamination in the Dental Practice Following Everyday Procedures: An Observational Study3
The Complex World of Toothpaste Diversity, Meeting Patient Clinical Needs. An Umbrella Review3
Change in oral hygiene behaviour after non‐surgical periodontal therapy – A retrospective analyses3
Effects of professional toothbrushing among patients with gingivitis3
The Impact of Female Hormones on the Periodontium—A Narrative Review3
Oral health of schoolchildren in Slovenia: Prospective epidemiological study3
Comparison of antiplaque and anti‐gingivitis effects of aloe vera mouthwash with chlorhexidine in fixed orthodontic patients—A randomized controlled trial3
Assessment of plaque control efficacy using two types of toothbrushes in young adults: An interventional crossover study3
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 con3
The Management of Periodontally Diseased Individuals—A Registry‐Based Study on a Swedish Population3
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Salivary Physicochemical Parameters in Relation to Dental Caries and Adiposity Status3
Evaluation of the efficacy of inter‐dental brush and dental floss for peri‐implant mucositis: A crossover randomized clinical trial3
Dental caries experience in primary school‐age children following "Students’ Oral Health Promotion Program," Iran3
Should supragingival scaling be performed separately prior to subgingival scaling and root planning in nonsurgical periodontal therapy? A systematic review of randomized trials3
Oral care practices for patients in intensive care unit: A systematic review3
Dentine surface modification and remineralization induced by bioactive toothpastes3
Are technology‐based health education methods able to reduce oral health inequalities between the sexes in adolescents? A cluster randomized trial3
Community pharmacists' knowledge, attitude and practice of oral health care in Asir region, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia3
Oral health statuses of individuals diagnosed with gastroparesis: A Cross‐Section study3
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Efficacy of adjunctive octenidine hydrochloride as compared to chlorhexidine and placebo as adjuncts to instrumentation in stage I–II periodontitis: A double‐blinded randomized controlled t3
Effect of prolonged hospitalization on the maintenance of oral health: A self‐report survey3
Digital surveillance: The interest in mouthwash‐related information3
An Evaluation of a New Ultrasonic Water Irrigator in the Management of Gingival Health: A Randomised Study3
Knowledge of the monkeypox 2022 outbreak among dental hygienists and students in Saudi Arabia: A cross‐sectional study3
Oral symptoms and oral hygiene behaviours among patients with type 2 diabetes at a hospital in Japan: A cross‐sectional study3
Cheiloscopy patterns in individuals with and without parafunctional oral habits: A cross‐sectional observation pilot study3
Clinical efficacy of green tea, aloe vera and chlorhexidine mouthwashes in the treatment of dental biofilm induced gingivitis: A multi‐arm, double‐blinded, randomized controlled clinical trial3
Validity of self‐reported oral conditions among Brazilian older women: Do socio‐economic factors matter?3
Comparison Between the 2017 EFP/AAP and CDC/AAP Case Definitions on Periodontal Status and Their Association With Risk Factors in an Adult Norwegian Populat3
Advanced practise dental assistant, a new profession in France, the new strength of prevention?3
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Comparison of the effectiveness of two manual toothbrushes: Conventional design versus double‐sided toothbrush design. A pilot study3
Brushing behaviour changes and plaque removal with an electric toothbrush: A clinical trial3
Uptake of dental hygienist services by the Israeli 65+ age group2
Is YouTubeTM an adequate source of oral hygiene education for orthodontic patients?2
Efficacy of sonic versus manual toothbrushing after professional mechanical plaque removal: A 6‐month randomized clinical trial2
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The Attitude of Nursing Staff Towards Oral Healthcare for Care‐Dependent Older Adults (ANOCO) Questionnaire: Development and Validation2
Material of choice for non‐invasive treatment of dentin caries: An in vitro study using natural carious lesions2
The efficacy of powered toothbrushes: A systematic review and network meta‐analysis2
Assessing the quality of YouTube™ videos on fixed dental implant home‐care and maintenance protocols2
Tooth loss and periodontal status in patients with cardiovascular disease in the Serbian population: A randomized prospective study2
One hundred years of dental hygiene research: Progress and possibilities2
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‐anal2
Association between mouth rinse use and changes in blood pressure: A systematic review and meta‐analysis with trial sequential analysis2
Peri‐implantitis: Knowledge and attitudes of implantology clinicians regarding the disease management2
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Analysis of the Informational Content of Turkish Videos on YouTube About Tooth Brushing2
Oral health with focus on dental fear and dental caries in Swedish preschool child populations attending public dental health care: Trends over 30 years2
Salivary levels of catalase, total antioxidant capacity and interleukin‐1β and oral health‐related quality of life after matcha and green tea consumption for patients with gingivitis: A randomized cli2
Oral health status and barriers to utilization of dental services among pregnant women in Sunsari, Nepal: A cross‐sectional study2
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Effects of self‐efficacy on the intention to take preventive actions against infectious diseases: Focusing on dental hygiene students in South Korea2
Response to the COVID‐19 pandemic of dental hygienist: Correspondence2
The Dutch version of the Oral Health Assessment Tool: Translation and inter‐rater reliability among community nurses2
Evaluation of Effects of Verbal and Video‐Based Instructions on the Improvement of Oral Hygiene Status in Children: A Randomised Clinical Trial2
Impact of the uninstructed use of a herbal, ayurvedic toothpaste on parameters of gingival health in periodontal aftercare patients: A randomized, double‐blinded, two‐arm parallel‐group study2
Is chewable toothbrush effective in terms of dental plaque reduction in children? A systematic review and meta‐analysis of randomized controlled trials2
Assessment and correlation of the influence of non‐surgical periodontal therapy on serum lipid profile and cytokines in patients with stage III periodontitis2
Dutch dental hygiene students' knowledge of HPV‐related oropharyngeal squamous cell carcinoma and HPV vaccination2
Expanding on the professional role of dental hygienists as key managers of medical–dental and hospital–dental clinic collaboration in a local Japanese hospital without a dentistry department: From a q2
A conceptual model using CliftonStrengths® to support dental hygiene students' professional development2
Antigingivitis efficacy of a sodium bicarbonate toothpaste: Pooled analysis2
Impact of a Case‐Based Sleep Apnoea Education on the Knowledge, Attitudes and Confidence of Dental Hygiene Students—A Multicentre Intervention Study2
Different Disinfection Strategies in Bacterial and Biofilm Contamination on Dental Unit Waterlines: A Systematic Review2
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 study2
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Prevalence of halitosis among young adults in Dunedin, New Zealand2
Self‐perceived halitosis among young adults undergoing orthodontic treatment2
Oral hygiene prior to cardiac surgery to prevent infections: Randomized clinical trial2
Probiotics for maintaining oral health during fixed orthodontic treatment: A systematic review and meta‐analysis2
Psychosocial aspects associated with self‐reported oral health in Brazilians older adults2
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 Japan2
Trends in dental hygiene academic leadership development: Influencers, barriers, and enabling mechanisms2
Could mouth rinses be an adjuvant in the treatment of SARS‐CoV‐2 patients? An appraisal with a systematic review2
Effects of tooth loss on functional impairment in elderly: A secondary data analysis of elderly cohort in the South Korea2
Direct and indirect effects of different dentifrices on the initial bacterial colonization of enamel in situ overnight2
Evaluation of the Effect of Antibacterial Toothpastes Containing Chlorhexidine and Amine Fluoride on Oral Flora in Patients Undergoing Orthodontic Treatment—A Randomised Controlled Trial2
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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 oc1
Impact of serum vitamin D levels on periodontal healing outcomes: A preliminary cohort study1
Cross‐cultural adaptation of the Arabic version of the DHEQ‐151
The Experiences of Implementing a Near‐Peer Teaching Scheme Into an Undergraduate Dental Hygiene and Dental Therapy Programme at the University of Sheffield in the United Kingdom1
Orthodontists’ instructions for oral hygiene in patients with removable and fixed orthodontic appliances1
Effects of interdental aids on clinical periodontal indices1
Bacterial decontamination of toothbrushes by immersion in a mouthwash containing 0.05% chlorhexidine and 0.05% cetylpyridinium chloride: A randomized controlled trial1
The employment of dental hygienists in European countries: Report of a European Dental Hygienists Federation/European Association of Dental Public Health Survey in 20211
Relation between caries experience and the consumption of sweetened drinks and processed food in children: A population‐based study1
The effects of scaling and root planing plus home oral hygiene maintenance in Stage I/II periodontitis population: A 24‐week randomized clinical trial1
Addition of substances to reduce the erosive potential of acidic beverages to tooth enamel: A scoping review1
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Smartphone‐based combined oral and whole‐body exercise programme aimed at improving oral functions: A randomized clinical trial1
Relationship between index of orthodontic treatment need dental health component (IOTN‐DHC) and caries prevalence in school‐age children1
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:1
Comparison of the effects of different instrumentation techniques on root surface roughness and cement loss using micro‐computerized tomography: An in‐vitro study1
Curcumin mouthwashes versus chlorhexidine in controlling plaque and gingivitis: A systematic review and meta‐analysis1
The effect of oral massage intervention on oral hygiene at home care1
Wear and fracture of curettes due to sharpening and scaling processes1
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Occupational hazards among dental hygienists: Risk level assessment of scaling work1
Plaque scores after 1 or 2 minutes of toothbrushing A systematic review and meta‐analysis1
Interdental plaque reduction after the use of different devices in patients with periodontitis and interdental recession: A randomized clinical trial1
Clinical and Biochemical Efficacies of Green and White Tea Extract Mouthwashes in the Management of Plaque‐Induced Gingivitis1
Association Between Toothbrushing Habits and Self‐Rated Oral Health: Re‐Consideration of the 3‐3‐3 Toothbrushing Campaign1
Adjunctive benefit of ozonized water irrigation with mechanical debridement in the management of Stage III periodontitis: A randomized controlled clinical and biochemical study1
Effect of brushing force on the abrasive dentin wear using slurries with different abrasivity values1
Changing from disease‐centred to person‐centred – Swedish dental hygienists' views on a theory‐based behavioural intervention for improved oral hygiene among adolescents1
Cross‐angled versus flat‐trim bristle tuft configurations in manual toothbrushes: A systematic review1
Influence of the COVID‐19 pandemic on learning preferences and perspectives of generation Y and Z students in dental education1
Efficacy of a water flosser compared to an interdental brush on gingival bleeding and gingival abrasion: A 4 week randomized controlled trial1
The relationship between obesity and oral‐health status in North African adults: A comparative study1
Training dental hygiene students to care for patients with disabilities1
Effect of toothbrush bristle stiffness and toothbrushing force on the abrasive dentine wear1
Ultrasonic scaling in COVID‐era dentistry: A quantitative assessment of aerosol spread during simulated and clinical ultrasonic scaling procedures1
Brazilian undergraduates' and dentists' knowledge on preventing, diagnosing and managing dentin hypersensitivity: A cross‐sectional questionnaire study1
Oral health‐related quality of life and associated factors in patients with xerostomia1
Dental hygienists' knowledge, performance confidence and awareness of importance of assessing oral cancer risk factors1
COVID‐19‐Related Knowledge, Fear, and Infection Control of Dental Staff1
Quality of life in dental hygienists using complementary alternative medicine approaches for work‐related musculoskeletal disorders1
A Perspective From the British Society of Dental Hygiene and Therapy Members Regarding the Need for Clinical Support by a Dental Nurse1
Differences in Korean adult inpatients' oral care behaviour in daily life and hospitals1
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Factors Related to Dental Ergonomics Practice Among Indonesian Dentists1
Assessment of usefulness and reliability of YouTube™ videos on denture care1
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Dental Hygienists' Readiness to Perform Resin Infiltrations: A Qualitative Study From Finland1
Igniting a movement in a dual‐licensed dental workforce: The Minnesota model1
Caries indicators in relation to healthcare access and hygienic‐dietary habits in Spanish preschoolers1
Effect of an extraoral scavenging device on eliminating droplets and aerosols generated in ultrasonic supragingival scaling: A randomised clinical trial1
Impact of stage‐grade of periodontitis and self‐reported symptoms on oral health‐related quality of life1
Colour‐blind racial attitudes in entry‐level dental hygiene students in Virginia1
Randomized trial of a photography‐aided behavioural intervention to reduce risk factors for caries and malocclusion in high‐risk infants1
Fluoride Concentrations in Different Brands of Toothpaste Marketed in Saudi Arabia1
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