Reasonably rapid because the buccal aspects of the upper and lower jaws can be done at the same time. However, it is easy to miss the gingival margins and the method is considerably improved if the jaws are brushed separately with the brushing stroke centered on the gingival margin. It then has similarities to the Bass technique. Combined with short horizontal strokes lingually, this technique has the advantage of speed and simplicity. Using a medium brush the tufts point at 45 apically and towards the gingival crevice.
Pressure is exerted to cause penetration and vibratory or circular movements are made.
There are sufficient to remove plaque. The brush is then lifted off and transferred to a new adjacent site. The original intention was to stimulate capillary circulation by alternative compression and release. A vibratory technique using a hard brush. Damage to the gingivae is avoided because the tufts point coronally and only the sides of the filaments press on the gingivae.