Effect of the Use of Specific Oral Hygiene Devices on Gingival Health Among Patients With Systemic Sclerosis

Who May Qualify: - Adult male or female ≥ 18 years (18th birthday completed) - Affiliation to a social welfare system - Signed willing to sign a consent form form - More than 12 natural teeth suitable for evaluation - Systemic sclerosis with cutaneous involvement with a diagnosis based on American College of Rheumatology (ACR) and LeRoy and Metzger criteria Who Should NOT Join This Trial: - Localized scleroderma or systemic sclerosis without cutaneous involvement ("sine scleroderma" limited form) - Less than 12 natural teeth suitable for evaluation and/or mandibular/maxillary complete denture(s) - Other progressive chronic illness /autoimmune conditions (where your immune system attacks your own body) other than systemic sclerosis (e.g. diabetes) - Another cause of mucocutaneous sclerosis (e.g. radiotherapy involving the oro-facial region) - Current use of sonic toothbrush and/or dental water flosser - Severe manual handicap preventing the patient from holding a toothbrush with a large handle - Oral antiseptics (e.g. chlorhexidin mouthwashes) - Ongoing medical treatment inducing a significant modification of the gingival state (e.g. anti-epileptic drugs) - Smoking (≥ 10 cigarettes per day) - Impossibility to provide accurate information (e.g. emergency situation, comprehension difficulties) - Individual under guardianship, curatorship or judicial protection Always talk to your doctor about whether this trial is right for you.