For many of our patients with braces, flossing seems like a chore. However, it’s truly essential to good dental health and overall wellness.
Water flossers are a method of interdental cleaning that can be a game-changer for those struggling to incorporate flossing into their daily routine. Read on to learn why this gadget might be a great addition to your bathroom counter.
It Makes Flossing Fun & Easy!
If just the thought of flossing makes you groan, and you’re skipping it as a result, a water flosser might be just the trick to transforming your routine. Switching up your traditional method of flossing and adding some variety to your regimen could be enough to get you out of your slump. Since water flossers are something of a novelty, they can make flossing fun for kids, too, and they are easier on people with braces and limited mobility.
Easy to Navigate Braces
Although string floss is tried and true, it can be frustrating to use when wearing braces, even with a floss threader. Water flossers easily get in those hard-to-reach areas around your brackets and wires that brushing can’t. Plus, water flossers have shown to be effective at removing more plaque than traditional floss. And less plaque means less risk of gum disease.
Should You Ditch String Floss?
Water flossers have been proven to be effective interdental cleaning devices. However, most dentists recommend using both for a maximum clean. Whether you switch between the two on various nights, use both nightly, or simply keep string floss handy in your purse or travel bag, here’s our advice: don’t bid string floss a permanent farewell!
Do you have questions about how to maintain superb oral hygiene during your orthodontic treatment? Contact us today!
