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The key to clean smiles: Waterpik vs string floss
Parks, Cassidy
Parks, Cassidy
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2023-04-07
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Parks, Cassidy. 2023. The key to clean smiles: Waterpik vs string floss. -- In Proceedings: 22nd Annual Undergraduate Research and Creative Activity Forum. Wichita, KS: Wichita State University, p. 8
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The aim of the evidence based project was to find the best evidence to answer the question, "What is the best evidence that using a waterpik prevents plaque buildup in adults better than string floss?" To answer this question, five students conducted literature studies using PubMed, ScienceDirect, and CINAHL Complete to gather articles with evidence to answer the question. Each student contributed one article as research into the evidence of this question. These articles were chosen in relation to the data being the best, current data relevant to the question. After data retrieval, the clinical application of this question was discussed as it related to the public health setting. The evidence showed that using the waterpik over string floss does not significantly improve plaque removal, but does show signs of greater reduction in gingival bleeding. Studies also indicated the waterpik was recommended to patients that have limited dexterity, as it requires less fine motor movements. Cost was another factor placed into consideration as waterpiks are far more expensive than traditional floss. In addition to being more cost effective, traditional floss also is more readily available to anyone in the general public. Overall, the waterpik is very comparable to string floss, when used consistently. However, there are certain patients that might greatly benefit from use of a waterpik, namely those with dexterity limitations in the upper extremities. In the application of this data to the public health setting, it can be useful in education of patients on oral hygiene. These studies can be useful in showing patients the effectiveness of different methods of flossing and finding the best option for them to keep hygiene that is conducive to oral and systemic health.
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Presented to the 22nd Undergraduate Research and Creative Activity Forum (URCAF) held at the Rhatigan Student Center, Wichita State University, April 7, 2023.
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