Plaque Control Efficacy Between Interdental Brushes Versus Dental Floss

A Comparison of Plaque Control Efficacy Between Interdental Brushes Versus Dental Floss in Patients With Periodontal Disease

The purpose of this study is to compare between plaque control efficacy of interdental brushes versus interdental floss , for the prevention of periodontal disease (gingivitis) and to determine the most convenient routine interdental plaque control method amongst the two

Inclusion Criteria:

• All patients above 18 years of age with gingivitis
• patients of both gender

Exclusion Criteria:

• patients who refuse participate in the study
• patients with systemic medical problems
• patients using medications that may affect gingival tissue (overgrowth/bleeding)
• patients habitual of betel nut/tobacco smoking/substance abuse
• patients with fluorosis or any other enamel and dentinal deformity
• pregnant women
• patients undergoing orthodontic treatment