“Do you floss regularly?” That is a question everyone has heard, and it usually takes place while you’re sitting in the dental chair. Head tilted back. Mouth wide open.
Flossing (also referred to as interdental cleaning) is an absolute must for the wellbeing of your overall oral health. It’s also something people tend to forget or just don’t want to do. Here, we’ll tell you about the electric flosser and how it may just be a flossing game changer for you.
Water flossers and air flossers are two types of electric flossers available. Both clean between the teeth and around the gum line. This is what makes them different:
Both flossers operate with a motor or pump that pushes water into a reservoir. From there, the water goes through the flosser tip. Flossers work by sending steady pulses in between the spaces of your teeth. The pressure of the stream loosens and rinses away food particles, debris and plaque from in between your teeth.
There are battery-operated flossers that you plug in to charge. The other flossers need to be plugged in while using.
If you struggle with or don’t like traditional flossing by hand, electric flossing is the way to go. According to the American Dental Association (ADA) in the United States, flossers are considered an excellent way to clean between your teeth.
String floss can be tricky, especially if you have braces, dental bridges or arthritis. According to the ADA, electric flossers are a good option for people with dental work or who face difficulty flossing by hand.
Flossing is an essential part of your oral care routine. Cleaning between teeth after each meal is instrumental in removing plaque and keeping gingivitis and periodontal disease under control. If you are happy flossing by hand, that’s great. Keep it up! However, if you’re someone who isn’t flossing because you find it difficult or you don’t enjoy it, consider using an electric flosser. Talk it over with your dental professional. They will help you find what’s best for you and your oral health.
