Interdental cleaning

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INTERDENTAL CLEANING:

Regular tooth brushing has been advocated in order to maintain good oral hygiene. The limitation of regular tooth brushes is that they are designed to each certain areas of the tooth that are susceptible to dental plaque formation. The interdental areas of the teeth are difficult to clean using regular tooth brushes and brushing methods. In order to solve this problem, interdental tooth brushes have been manufactured to facilitate cleaning of these areas. The various interdental cleaning aids that are present are interdental brushes, interdental cleaning sticks and dental floss. The interdental brushes are tool that ensure better cleaning action of the interdental tooth surfaces and gingiva.

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Why is the interdental area tough to clean?

The interdental areas are susceptible to formation of the bacterial biofilm. The tight contacts between the teeth make these areas inaccessible. The plaque deposits over a period of time are detrimental to the health of the surrounding gingival tissues and make the tooth surfaces prone to decay.

Gingival embrasures are V shaped openings that lie between the proximal surfaces of adjacent teeth, gingival to the area of proximal contact

 

Embrasure Type	Covering Gingiva	Recommended cleaning aids
Type I	Healthy, occupied completely by interdental papilla	Super fine and thin dental floss to clean the gingival sulcus
Type II	75% of the embrasure is covered by gingiva	Medium/Coarse interdental floss
Type III	50% of embrasure area is covered by gingiva	Thin and fine pointed interdental brushes
Type IV	35 % of gingival embrasure is occupied by gingiva	Thick spiral interdental brushes
Type V	Complete loss of gingiva	Bristle ended unitufted interdental brushes

 

What is the anatomy of the interdental area?

The interdental area is anatomically susceptible to accumulation of bio film and dental plaque. The posterior teeth have two dental papillae, the facial and palatal papilla. They are connected to each other by col. The col is made up of thin and non-keratinized epitheliumThe anterior teeth have a single pyramidal papilla. These areas are prone to biofilm formation due to the inaccessibility of tooth brushes. The deepening of the col results in inflammation and edema. These changes initiate gingival diseases.

Interdental care must not be neglected in while during general oral care measures. A complete history of personal care may give insights on the attitude of the patient towards maintaining oral care. A complete review of the anatomy and assessment of the teeth, embrasure and the probing depth is necessary.  The extent and location of the biofilm are to be taken into consideration as well.

 

What are the various interdental cleaning aids?

The commonly used interdental aids are interdental brushes, sticks and dental floss. The use of these products on a regular basis can help improve the oral health of the patient. Interdental brushes are small, specially designed brushes to help clean the interdental area. These brushes have small tufts of bristles. The Interdental sticks may be indicated in removal of plaque and the dental biofilm.

 

Interdental Brushes:

Interdental brushes are indicated in cases where the proximal tooth surfaces are open adjacent to the embrasures. They are also used in concave proximal surfaces, exposed class IV furcation and for the application of chemotherapeutic agents such as anti-bacterial agents, fluoride dentrifices and desensitizing agents.

Interdental brushes may be single tufted or multi tufted. A single tuft brush might have a straight or contra—angled head. The tufts are roughly 3 mm in diameter to help clean the narrow interdental area. These brushes are used to clean open interproximal areas, to clean dental prostheses and areas which are difficult to reach such as the lingual surface of mandibular molars, abutment teeth etc. 

 

Interdental Sticks:

Interdental cleaning sticks made of plastic or wood may be used to clean the interdental area. They are made of Bass wood or Birch wood. These sticks are used to clean wider gingival embrasures. The interdental sticks are used by patients with periodontitis and orthodontic patients. Tooth picks are also used in cleaning the interdental area. Some products such as Perio-aids has a tooth pick inserted into a holder with contra-angled ends.

 

What are the brands selling interdental cleaning aids online in India?

TePe, Coltene, Colgate, Fuchs, Stim, Stoddard, SS White and GC are some of the brands selling interdental cleaning aids online at PinkBlue.in

 

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