Beyond the toothbrush

Key Points

• The aim is to highlight the necessity of adequate oral hygiene support for orthodontic patients.
• Assessment of current oral hygiene practices among orthodontic patients
• Identifying gaps in existing dental care support
• Proposing new interventions to improve oral hygiene
• Inadequate oral hygiene is prevalent among orthodontic patients
• Current support systems are insufficient for maintaining dental health
• New strategies may lead to improved hygiene outcomes for these patients