Clinical term
oral hygiene
Daily plaque control — brushing twice with fluoride toothpaste, cleaning between teeth with floss or interdental brushes, and adjunct rinses when advised.
Also called: interdental brush, dental floss, mouthwash, electric toothbrush
Reviewed by Dr. Amit Sharma, Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon · Last reviewed 3 September 2026
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Where we discuss oral hygiene
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- Interdental Brushes Versus Water Flossers for Gums
- Nutrition and Liquid Diet Guidelines Following Jaw Surgery
- Recommended At-Home Cleaning Devices for Dental Implants
- How to Properly Clean Under a Dental Bridge
- Clear Aligners Versus Traditional Metal Braces for Adults
- Lingual Braces: Placement Behind Teeth, Pros, and Limitations
- Permanent Fixed Retainers: Hygiene, Maintenance, and Wire Breakage
- How to Clean Gums and First Teeth in Newborns
- Bell's Palsy Facial Weakness and Oral Care
- Mucous Membrane Pemphigoid: Gum Blistering Symptoms and Care
- Antibiotic Prophylaxis Guidelines for Heart Valve Disease Patients
- Essential Dental Clearance Steps Before Starting Cancer Treatment
- Controlling Gum Bleeding in Patients with Bleeding Disorders
- Gum Disease Management for Patients with Rheumatoid Arthritis
- Managing Bleeding Gums in Children with Leukemia
- Fluoride Mouthwash Daily vs Weekly Rinses for Cavities
- Preventing Cavities Around Orthodontic Brackets and Wires
- Chlorhexidine Rinses for Reducing Cavity Causing Bacteria
- Watch and Wait Approach for Early Stage Dental Cavities
- Medication Induced Gum Overgrowth Causes and Management
- Eating and Drinking with Clear Aligners
- Electric versus Manual Toothbrushes
- The Role of Interdental Brushes
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