Interdental Cleaning Devices
Wylie, Texas
The article discusses alternatives to traditional flossing for maintaining oral hygiene.
Interdental Brushes
These pencil-shaped tools feature a metal wire core with soft nylon filaments. They work particularly well for cleaning between molars and offer a gentler option for those with gum disease, as they cause “minimal bleeding of the gums, and ultimately minimal damage.”
Selection Considerations
- Spacing between teeth
- Whether dental work like crowns exist
- Handle preference (straight or curved)
- Tooth sensitivity
Oral Irrigation Devices
Also called water picks or water jets, these devices “use a stream of pressurized, pulsating water to clean in between the teeth and around the gum line.”
Recommended For
- Individuals unable to tolerate daily flossing
- Those with sensitive gums
- Patients with orthodontic appliances
- People with diabetes
- Those with dental implants
The article notes these devices are “less irritating, easier to maneuver, and can remove more plaque than traditional flossing.”
