Does Dr. Derderian study oral hygiene?

Yes, he specifically researches the effectiveness of different types of toothbrushes in controlling plaque.

What treatments has Dr. Derderian researched?

He has researched the use of powered versus manual toothbrushes for maintaining oral health.

Is Dr. Derderian's work relevant to patients with poor oral hygiene?

Yes, his findings can help those who struggle with maintaining oral cleanliness, particularly without proper instruction.

GREGORY PAUL DERDERIAN, D.O.

BIRMINGHAM, MI

Research Active

Surgery - Vascular Surgery NPI registered 21+ years 1 publication 2002 – 2002 NPI: 1457355737

Surgery - Vascular Surgery

Analysis of VarianceDental PlaqueSingle-Blind MethodPeriodontal IndexDental Plaque IndexDental CalculusElectricityEquipment SafetyGingivitisHealth Education, DentalOral Hygiene IndexTooth DiscolorationToothbrushing

Practice Location

538 N OLD WOODWARD AVE
BIRMINGHAM, MI 48009-5375

Phone: (248) 594-3091

What does GREGORY DERDERIAN research?

Dr. Derderian studies the effectiveness of powered toothbrushes versus manual toothbrushes in controlling plaque buildup in individuals who have not received professional brushing instruction. He aims to determine which type of toothbrush can better help people maintain their oral hygiene, making it easier for them to care for their teeth and gums without formal training. His research is particularly relevant for patients who find it challenging to keep their mouths clean, especially those who may lack guidance in their dental care routines.

Key findings

Powered toothbrush users had a plaque score of 1.10 after six months, compared to 1.39 for manual toothbrush users.
The study demonstrated that powered toothbrushes can effectively reduce plaque buildup in individuals without dental training.
Participants using powered toothbrushes experienced a significant improvement in oral hygiene compared to those using manual brushes.

Frequently asked questions

Does Dr. Derderian study oral hygiene?: Yes, he specifically researches the effectiveness of different types of toothbrushes in controlling plaque.
What treatments has Dr. Derderian researched?: He has researched the use of powered versus manual toothbrushes for maintaining oral health.
Is Dr. Derderian's work relevant to patients with poor oral hygiene?: Yes, his findings can help those who struggle with maintaining oral cleanliness, particularly without proper instruction.

Publications in plain English

Six-month comparison of powered versus manual toothbrushing for safety and efficacy in the absence of professional instruction in mechanical plaque control.

2002

Journal of periodontology

Dentino AR, Derderian G, Wolf M, Cugini M, Johnson R +4 more

Plain English
This study looked at whether using a powered toothbrush is more effective and safe than a manual toothbrush for people who haven't been formally trained on how to use them. Over six months, participants using a powered toothbrush had significantly less plaque (1.10 score) compared to those using a manual toothbrush (1.39 score) after brushing at six months. This is important because it shows that powered toothbrushes can clean better than manual brushes, even for those who haven't received instruction on how to use them. Who this helps: This benefits patients, particularly those who struggle with maintaining oral hygiene.

PubMed

Frequent Co-Authors

Andrew R Dentino MaryAnn Wolf MaryAnn Cugini Randy Johnson Ronald L Van Swol Dennis King Pam Marks Paul Warren

Physician data sourced from the NPPES NPI Registry . Publication data from PubMed . Plain-English summaries generated by AI. Not medical advice.