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21 Cards in this Set
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Classic Toothbrush
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Dome trim bristle design reaches deep below gingival line into ginival sulcus and proximal areas to remove plaque and improve gingival health regardless of brushing technique
Ribbed comfort grip eases fatigue and improves head control Sometimes has gum stimulator on end |
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Quad Grip Toothbrush
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Dome trim bristle design reaches deep below gingival line into gingival sulcus and proximal areas to remove plaque and improve gingival health regardless of brushing technique
Ergonomic extra cushioned handle promotes comfort and stability while brushing |
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Super Tip Toothbrush
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Multi-level trim and similar design to end tuft brush removes plaque from hard to reach areas (distal of post, subgingivally, interproximally)
Tapered/rounded head and slender neck to provide easy acess to posterior areas Dome trim bristle design (and texturised) reaches deep below gingival line into gingival sulcus and proximal areas to remove plaque and improve gingival health regarless of brushing technique. Distincitve rounded white handle with textured thumb-grip front an back. |
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Orthodontic Toothbrush
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V cut bristle design cleans in and around orthodontic appliances
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Special Care Toothbrush
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For people with poor manual dexterity skills - better grip and plaque removal
Dome trim bristle design reaches deep below gingival line into gingival sulcus and proximal areas to remove plaque and improve gingival health regarldess of brushing technique. Soft and Ultra soft |
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Mechanised Toothbrush
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More effective than manual brushing
For individuals lacking fine motor skills Novelty Cordells or battery - requires charging Micro tip bristles. Pivot to penetrate interproximally. Pulsate to lift plaque and stimulate gingiva |
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Children's Toothbrush
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Dome trim bristle design reaches deep below gingival line into gingival sulcus and proximal areas to remove plaque and improve gingival health regardless of brushing technique used.
Soft and ultra soft |
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Suction Cup Toothbrush
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Children 6-9, reduces counter clutter.
Dome trim bristle design reaches deep below gingival line into gingival sulcus and proximal areas to remove plaque and improve gingival health regardless of brushing technique |
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Proxa Brush
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Ideal for hard to reach spaces between teeth and under/around bridges, fixed orthodontic appliances, implants or galvanic sensitivity
Nylon filaments and nylon coated wire are comfortable and do not scratch implants or cause galvanic sensitivity. |
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Inter-proximal mechanical cleaning aid
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Nylon filaments are comfortable and do not scratch implants or cause galvanic sensitivity.
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Extra Fine Proxa Brush
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Nylon filaments and nylon coated wire are comfortable and do not scratch implants or cause galvanic sensitivity.
Brush head adjusts 180 for easy acess to all interproximal spaces Compacts, convenient and disposable with a ventilated cap for protection that doubles as an extention handle. Good for travel |
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End tufted Toothbrush
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Toothbrush with 2/3 bristles removed.
Forces user to target individual tooth surfaces Effective for difficult areas (distal of posteriors) Neck is angled for easy acess, control and comfort Brush doesn't last long - replace every 4 weeks |
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Doubed ended Proxa-brush
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Ideal for cleaning hard-to-reach spaces between teeth and around bridges, orthodontic appliances, implants or galvanic sensitivity
Nylon bristles and nylon coated wire are comfortable, do not scratch implants and do not cause galvanic sensitivity. |
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Dental Floss
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Clinically proved to improve gingival health
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Floss threader
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Used for flossing under bridges, orthodontic appliances, implants and between connected crowns
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Regular Flossetes
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Y shape for better access to posteriors.
Relaxed floss tension between fork to minimise gingival trauma Curved head for easy insertion of floss between teeth Handle with thumb grip for improved control |
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Dental floss holder
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One handed flossing- increased compliance
Good for beginners or those with dexterity problems Wider prongs limit interference between tooth and handle |
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Gum Stimulator
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Stimulates vascular response in tissue
Cleans interproximal surfaces |
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Orthodontic Wax
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Adheres to appliances to relieve irritated tissue.
Flavoured Clear |
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Tongue Cleaner
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Removal of bacteria from fissures in the dorsum of tongue
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Dental Mouth Mirror
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25mm fits in mouth comfortably
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