Q What is an interdental brush?
A It is a small brush
that can be held between your thumb and your fingers. Interdental
brushes are available in various sizes which enables you to choose which
size is most suitable for you. You may need to use more than one
size to enable you to effectively clean all spaces between your teeth.
Q Why clean between teeth?
A Over the course
of a day, food and debris get lodged in between your teeth, and in any
gaps you may have. If left, this debris can cause dental decay
and gum disease. Removing food debris with an interdental brush
will help keep your breath fresh. Cleaning in between your teeth
makes sure that you are cleaning your mouth as thoroughly as possible.
Q Should I use an interdental brush instead of my normal toothbrush?
A No. These
small brushes should be used as part of your normal oral hygiene routine
to be effective.
Q Why is my normal toothbrush not enough?
A You will know that
there are certain places in your mouth that are difficult to reach with
your normal brush. There are also some gaps between your teeth
that your toothbrush will not be able to access.
Q How can the interdental brush help?
A With its small bristles
and tiny bottle type head the brush can be moved between the teeth to
remove debris and plaque that will not have been removed by your usual
toothbrush.
Q How do I use it?
A Select a suitable
sized interdental brush. Never force the brush between the teeth. Between
front teeth, use a finer brush, a twisting movement eases the brush comfortably
between the teeth. Remove the brush by gently pulling thereby removing
plaque and debris. Repeat the twisting motion to re-insert and
pull out several times until you are satisfied the space is clean. For
larger spaces nearer the back of the mouth, a larger headed brush should
be selected. To be as effective as possible, shape the head into
a “banana” curve. You will then be able to easily
locate and clean the space effectively. Rinsing the brush enables
you to use the brush again.
Q When should I use it?
A You don’t
need to be in the bathroom to be able to clean interdentally. You
don’t even need to do it at the same as you brush your teeth. You
could be anywhere.
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