5.
Complete statements in regard to manipulating a toothbrush.
a. To cleanse the occlusal surfaces of teeth, the ____________ of the bristles
should be used to loosen and dislodge all debris.
b. To cleanse exposed axial surfaces, the _________________ of the bristles
should be placed against the gingival tissues and rotated toward the
occlusal or incisal surfaces.
6.
Which of the following toothbrushing methods uses a scrub technique on the
occlusal surface?
a. Modified Stillman's method.
b. Bass method.
c.
Rolling stroke method.
d. Charter's method.
e. Fone's method.
7.
Which of the following toothbrushing methods is useful for patients with
hypersensitive gingiva or slightly reduced interdental papilla?
a. Modified Stillman's method.
b. Bass method.
c.
Rolling stroke method.
d. Charter's method.
e. Fone's method.
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