Evaluation of brushing techniques and toothbrush grips among rural and urban children

Vijay Lakshmi; Nikhil Marwah; Dr. Yogita Chaturvedi; Pooja Mishra

Evaluation of brushing techniques and toothbrush grips among rural and urban children

AUTHOR(S): Vijay Lakshmi, Nikhil Marwah, Dr. Yogita Chaturvedi and Pooja Mishra

ABSTRACT:Aim and objective: The aim of this study is to determine brushing techniques, grip and frequency of tooth brushing in children of rural and urban areas.

Material and method: The study consisted of 200 children. The children were observed while brushing to determine the brushing technique and grip used by them during brushing.

Results: Distal oblique is the most preferred grip by the children and horizontal scrub method is commonly used brushing technique by the children.

Conclusion: Tooth brushing is more common in urban area children as compared to rural. Oral hygiene instructions should be regularly given to children to inculcate health awareness among them.

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