Maintaining excellent oral hygiene goes beyond brushing. Flossing is an essential step in preventing plaque buildup, gum disease, and bad breath. But choosing the right tool can make all the difference.

At Ledismile Dental Clinic, we guide our patients toward the most effective solution based on their individual needs. Here is a simple professional guide to help you decide.

Benefits:

✔ Highly precise cleaning between teeth
✔ Direct tactile feedback when removing plaque
✔ Recommended by the American Dental Association
✔ Affordable and travel-friendly

Considerations:

⚠ Requires proper technique
⚠ May cause gum sensitivity if not used regularly

Traditional floss is ideal for patients without orthodontic appliances who are comfortable using proper flossing technique.

💦 Water Flosser (Waterpik) – The Modern Alternative

✔ Easy to use
✔ Ideal for braces, implants, bridges, and crowns
✔ Gentle on gums
✔ Helps reduce bleeding and gingivitis

Considerations:

⚠ Higher initial investment
⚠ Less practical for travel

Water flossers are particularly helpful for patients with implants, bridges, orthodontic appliances, or sensitive gums.

🤔 Which One Should You Choose?

🔹 Choose traditional floss if you have natural teeth without appliances and good manual technique.
🔹 Choose a water flosser if you have sensitive gums, implants, bridges, or difficulty using string floss.

✨ Professional Recommendation: For optimal results, use both.
• Floss for precise interdental cleaning
• Water flosser for deep gum irrigation

Consistency matters more than the tool itself.

Daily flossing + proper brushing + professional check-ups = a healthy, confident smile 🤍

Book your preventive check-up today at Ledismile Dental Clinic and keep your smile strong for life.