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Cleaning between your teeth every day is an important part of keeping your mouth healthy. And there are a variety of tools you can use, depending on your needs. <\/p>\n

Dental floss is an effective tool for cleaning the tight spaces between teeth. It removes the sticky material, called plaque, that can build up in places a toothbrush can’t reach. And less plaque means less gum bleeding and a lower risk of gum disease. <\/p>\n

A water flosser is a device that aims a stream of water at the teeth. It’s also called an oral irrigator or a dental water jet. A water flosser can help remove pieces of food from between teeth. It also can take plaque off teeth.<\/p>\n

If you use dental floss and you don’t have gum bleeding or other problems, there’s no need to change. Using a water flosser can be helpful for people who have braces, other orthodontics or dental work that makes it hard to use dental floss. A water flosser also may be useful for people who have trouble flossing by hand with dental floss. To lower the risk of contamination with bacteria if you use a water flosser, don’t share it with anyone else. <\/p>\n

If plain dental floss gets stuck in your teeth, try waxed floss instead. If you have a hard time handling dental floss, try a floss holder. Other options for cleaning between teeth include interdental brushes, picks or sticks.<\/p>\n

To help keep your mouth healthy, clean between your teeth once a day, and brush your teeth twice a day. Get regular dental checkups. If you have questions about flossing and what’s right for you, talk with your dentist.<\/p>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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