What else helps remove plaque?
Toothpicks. The last ingredient to effective plaque removal is the use of toothpicks. We are big advocates of this old-fashioned method of cleaning teeth. Why? Because toothpicks get to those last nooks and hiding places that both floss and toothbrushing miss. Studies have shown that the most effective way to remove plaque is when all three methods of removal are used: toothbrushing, flossing, and using a toothpick.