Mastering Toothbrushing

Which of the following is the main cause of breakdown of periodontal structures?

What is the purpose of plaque control?

Which of the following is NOT a risk reduced or eliminated by plaque control?

Which of the following is an example of plaque control neglect?

According to the study by Needleman et al., which is as influential as professional cleanings on periodontal health?

Which of the following is the most widely used device/method for removing plaque from the teeth?

Which type of toothbrush bristles perform better than conventional flat-trimmed bristles?

Which toothbrushing technique is recommended for patients with or without periodontal involvement?

What is the advantage of using Bass’ Toothbrushing Technique?

Which toothbrushing technique is indicated for individuals with open interproximal spaces and exposed root surfaces?

What is the correct sequence of toothbrushing for the facial surfaces of the teeth?

Which factor is NOT associated with toothbrushing gingival trauma and abrasion?

Which toothbrush bristle type caused more abrasion than soft brushes using the same dentifrice?

Which toothbrushing technique involves placing the bristles half in the sulcus and half on the gingiva?

Which of the following statements about toothbrushing technique is correct?

Which of the following statements about plaque removal with manual and powered toothbrushes is correct?

Which of the following statements about dentifrices is correct?

Which of the following statements about abrasives in toothpaste is correct?

Which of the following statements about flossing technique is correct?

Which of the following statements about the evidence on flossing is correct?

Which of the following statements about prescription toothpaste is correct?

According to the text, what is the conclusion from short-term studies about the effectiveness of flossing?

What type of flossing results in a significant reduction in interproximal caries, according to the meta-analysis mentioned in the text?

What is the average benefit of flossing, according to the text?

What is the recommended oral mechanical device for open interproximal spaces?

According to the American Dental Association, what is an alternative option to string floss?

What is the purpose of a rubber tip stimulator, according to the text?

What effect does supragingival plaque control have on the composition of subgingival plaque in deep periodontal pockets?

What is the recommended interdental brush for use in a Waterpik (Water Flosser)?

What does the text say about the benefit of "stimulating/massaging" gum tissue with a rubber tip stimulator?