Achieve a Brighter Smile: Essential Brushing Techniques

Abstract

Brushing is the process used to remove plaque and debris by an individual. It is the duty of a dentist to teach and aid the patient about proper brushing techniques that is suitable for that individual and also the patient should be aware about each brushing techniques and how to do each technique. Nowadays patients are more concerned about their oral health so having a good knowledge about each brushing techniques will make use of it. This article aims to evaluate the different brushing techniques such as The Bass method, Modified Bass method, Modified Stillman’s technique, Fones method, Vertical method, Charter’s method, Scrub brush method, Roll technique, Physiologic-smith method It also includes objectives of tooth brushing, types and parts of tooth brush, time and frequency of brushing, ill effects of improper brushing, maintenance and replacement of toothbrush [1].