PriMera Scientific Medicine and Public Health (ISSN: 2833-5627)

Commentary

Volume 9 Issue 1

What Method is best for Removal of Oral Biofilm. A Commentary

Louis ZG Touyz*

July 08, 2026

DOI : 10.56831/PSMPH-09-299

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Abstract

Introduction: Care of the full dentition involves Oral Hygiene practices which include brushing use of floss and irrigation. Aim: Discussion: The various methods available are reviewed and endorses the level of success by reaffirmation of the thoroughness of implementation by the subject. Conclusion: Thers is no best method for Plaque removal, but success depends on the proficiency used rather than the method.

Keywords: Brushing; biofilm; flossing; irrigation; oral-hygiene; plaque

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