Variables | Number | Percentages (%) |
Brushing frequency |
|
|
Once | 118 | 51.1 |
Twice | 108 | 46.8 |
Thrice | 5 | 2.2 |
Mouth cleaning products |
|
|
Tooth paste | 207 | 89.6 |
Bicarbonate powder | 12 | 5.2 |
Salt | 8 | 3.5 |
Soap | 4 | 1.7 |
Frequency of toothbrush changes |
|
|
Every 3 months | 96 | 41.6 |
When the filaments are all destroyed | 84 | 36.4 |
Monthly | 28 | 12.1 |
Every six months | 23 | 10.0 |
Brushing method |
|
|
Vertically | 15 | 6.5 |
Horizontally | 48 | 20.8 |
Both | 168 | 72.7 |