In many situations when you have a treatment in place such as an orthodontic aligner, a dental bridge, dentures or dental crowns, water flossers can be beneficial. This is because, in many situations such as these, dental floss will not be able to clean between teeth effectively.

If you would prefer to forgo that use of threaded floss, beams of water provided by water flossers can be effective. However, it is important to make sure you’re using products that are safe and effective for use. Always look for the ADA Seal of Acceptance on product packaging or speak with your dentist about product recommendations or suggestions.

Are you in need of additional oral health care? If so, please call 770-921-9000 to schedule an appointment with Bella Dental at our office in Tucker, Georgia. Dr. Roderick S. Cooper and our expert team are here to ensure your smile can be enhanced to its maximum potential.

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Floss: Flossing is a great partner to brushing, and should be done once a day for 2-3 minutes. This will remove food particles and debris from in between your teeth. If conventional floss is difficult for you, talk to Dr. Roderick S. Cooper about other approved interdental cleaning options, such as water flossers, or floss for sensitive gums.

Eat Well: Make it easier to clean your mouth by giving it good tooth-healthy fuel in the first place! Choose nutrient-dense whole foods, with lots of protein, calcium, phosphorous, and vitamins. Avoid frequently eating foods with a lot of sugar or acid, as that could be damaging to your teeth.

Chew Gum: To help prevent cavities, chew sugar-free gum after eating, for 20 minutes. This stimulates saliva production, thus helping to clean teeth and neutralize damaging acids in teeth. Saliva also delivers fortifying substances to the mouth, strengthening tooth enamel.

Mouthwash: Mouthwash may be a good addition to your oral hygiene routine. Therapeutic mouthwash, available over-the-counter, helps by killing bacteria and washing away food particles and other debris in the mouth. (Cosmetic mouthwashes, however, only freshen breath temporarily and should be avoided.) Read the warning labels, and never give mouthwash to children under 6.

Of course, you should shore up your at-home habits with visits to the dentist 2 times a year. This helps keep teeth clean, and helps catch any problems early. This can help avoid major dental emergencies. If you are in the Tucker, Georgia area, be sure to call Bella Dental to set an appointment! Dr. Roderick S. Cooper and our team will be happy to help you!

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