The FDI World Dental Federation observes World Oral Health Day on March 20 to highlight the importance of oral health. This year’s theme, “A Happy Mouth is... A Happy Mind,” underscores the connection between a healthy mouth and overall mental well-being. Toothbrushing has played a central role in oral hygiene, and a continuous change in bristle placements has helped in better accessibility.
However, mechanical toothbrushing remains inefficient since it cannot remove plaque from interdental spaces, gingival crevices, and embrasures, rendering it an insignificant measure of oral hygiene. The rationale of silk-floss as a cleansing aid was first published in 1815 by Levi Spear Parmly. It has been ever-evolving since then as silk, waxed, non-waxed, nylon, and threaded types for smoother, more biocompatible, and effective use. Here is a Patient Education Kit to spread awareness on dental…
