The aim of this study is to evaluate the effectiveness of a U-shaped toothbrush in removing plaque in preschool children which can be a simple, acceptable, and effective way to remove plaque in children in order to improve their oral health in the absence of parental supervision. Children accepted in the study will be randomly divided into two groups: The traditional toothbrush group and the U-shaped toothbrush group, All children aged four to five years will have their plaque assessed with the Turesky Modified Quigley Hein Index (TMQH)
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Changing in plaque index
Timeframe: Plaque index will be measured before brushing (T0) and after brushing in both groups on the first day (T1), a week after use (T2), and after a month of use (T3) with each toothbrush