An oral hygiene aid that would show the presence of plaque by staining it is _________.

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A disclosing agent is a solution or tablet that when applied to the teeth stains any plaque present on them, making it easier to identify and remove during brushing and flossing. The other options, such as a phase contrast microscope or transilluminator, are not used as oral hygiene aids for plaque removal, and while floss is an important tool for maintaining oral hygiene, it does not address the issue of identifying plaque.

An Oral Hygiene Aid That Would Show the Presence of Plaque