[gallery link="file"] These are the most common toothbrushing techniques recommended by dental hygienists and dentists that will help you maintain a good oral hygiene Bass (Sulcular) Method - Bristles are directed apically at 45◦ to long axis of tooth, gentle force applied into sulcu...

Dentists and dental hygienists are considered to be healthcare professionals that promote health and wellness with care and professionalism towards their clients. Our course of treatment is divided in three conceptual health care frameworks: 1)      Disease ...

Dental hygienist in theory is a licensed oral health practitioner who uses his knowledge to prevent oral disease and promote health by: Assessing: Gathering information regarding clients health Diagnosing: Identifying clients oral problems and deviations from normal Planning: Settlement ...

When dental professionals provide advice on how to brush your teeth ( both manual or powered) it is of great benefit for the dental  patient. There are many different toothbrushes in the market designed for all kinds of ...

When we talk about oral hygiene to clients its necessary to provide them with evidenced based information, which will make the hygienist not only appear professional but competent as well. The oral self care education should begin with plaque control ...

Toothbrush History The first electric toothbrush was created in Switzerland by Berdmann. In United States this toothbrush was introduced in 1960 and was patented by "Broxodent". Later on the rechargeable version was introduced to ...

Mechanical removal of dental plaque through the use of manual toothbrushes and other physiotherapy aids, is the most widely accepted mechanism for plaque control. There are different brushes and different technique that ...

Types of tooth stains Extrinsic stain Green stain- It's a green appearance stain that is mostly seen in people that have enamel irregularities on the surface of their teeth (especially children where the enamel layer is not matured yet). ...

Multiple sclerosis could partially or totally paralyze patients face making it difficult for the dentist or hygienist to work intraorally. One of the most Common oral symptoms in MS patients are teeth, checks, jaw or ...

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