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    Area of Science:

    • Dental hygiene and oral health.
    • Clinical trial research.

    Background:

    • Plaque removal is crucial for preventing oral diseases.
    • Evaluating different toothbrushing techniques is essential for optimizing oral hygiene practices.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To compare the plaque removal efficacy of vertical versus horizontal toothbrushing methods in young adults.
    • To assess plaque reduction on whole mouth, interproximal, and gingival margin areas.

    Main Methods:

    • Randomized, single-blind, split-mouth clinical trial with 43 participants.
    • Plaque removal assessed using the Rustogi Modified Navy Plaque Index (RMNPI).
    • Gingival abrasions recorded using the van der Weijden method.

    Main Results:

    • Both vertical and horizontal brushing significantly reduced plaque.
    • Vertical brushing demonstrated superior plaque removal on interproximal surfaces (P<.01).
    • Horizontal brushing was associated with more gingival abrasions.

    Conclusions:

    • Both toothbrushing methods are effective for plaque removal.
    • The vertical brushing technique is more effective for interproximal plaque removal.
    • Vertical brushing may be preferred for enhanced interproximal cleaning.