Customized toothbrush handle for patients with limited manual dexterity

Elderly people may have difficulty in grasping and holding tooth brush due to limited hand and finger movement. This article describes a technique of increasing the volume of toothbrush handle with acrylic device that is custom molded to the patient's unique hand. The customized handle will mak...

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Published in:Journal of oral biology and craniofacial research (Amsterdam) 2022-05, Vol.12 (3), p.385-387
Main Authors: Colvenkar, Shreya, Patra, Priyanka, Vijay, Linju
Format: Article
Language:English
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Summary:Elderly people may have difficulty in grasping and holding tooth brush due to limited hand and finger movement. This article describes a technique of increasing the volume of toothbrush handle with acrylic device that is custom molded to the patient's unique hand. The customized handle will make holding the brush easier and more comfortable thereby contributing to the maintenance of oral hygiene.
ISSN:2212-4268
2212-4276
DOI:10.1016/j.jobcr.2022.04.007