What Is A Water Flosser And Do I Really Need One?

Water flossers like the Waterpik® offer a great way to remove debris and biofilm on and around your teeth and braces. Although it shouldn’t be used as a substitute for regular brushing and flossing, it is a great tool to have in your arsenal in the fight against plaque buildup.

Do You Use A Waterpik To Clean Your Braces?

One of the best ways to prevent oral health problems from your braces is to keep them as clean as possible. A water flosser is able to help with this by employing a special orthodontic tip that pulsates with a blast of water. There is virtually no area that is hidden from this stream. Its tapered brush can remove plaque and debris not only from your teeth but the brackets as well.

In addition to the orthodontic tip, water flossers can come with special heads for tongue cleaning, tooth brushing, plaque blasting and regular flossing. Even for patients without braces, a water flosser is a great investment in the care of your teeth and gums.

Waterpik® offers cordless models, or you can opt for a countertop style which holds more water than its counterpart.

Although it is possible to care for your teeth properly without a water flosser, once you’ve tried one you may not want to. Many patients say their teeth have never felt cleaner and they help remove a lot of the stress involved with keeping their braces clean.

Whether you opt to use a water flosser or not, it is still vital for you to maintain regular visits with your general dentist for exams and professional cleanings. To learn more about keeping your braces clean, click here; or call us with any questions you have.