OBJECTIVE: To compare the effects of removing plaque by two toothbrushing methods. METHODS:Forty subjects were chosen to take part in the randomized, examiner-blind, crossover study. RESULTS: Modified Bass method has better effect of removing plaque, especially that at the central margin than Vertical method (P<0.05). CONCLUSION: Modified Bass method needs to be recommended.
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OBJECTIVE: To compare the effects of removing plaque by two toothbrushing methods. METHODS: Forty subjects were chosen to take part in the randomized, examiner-blind, crossover study. RESULTS: Modified Bass method has better effect of removing plaque, especially that at the central margin than Vertical method (P<0.05). CONCLUSION: Modified Bass method needs to be recommended.