Traditional string floss is the most effective method of flossing. However, patients with arthritis or metal braces can have trouble manipulating string floss. Luckily, a water flosser such as the Waterpik® is a great alternative when string floss isn't an option. But many patients initially worry...
How To Use a Waterpik Flosser and Other Common Questions Do you floss every day? Flossing is an important part of keeping your gums and teeth healthy as it helps prevent plaque from building under the gum line. According to a 2014 survey, only 41% of...
Flossing is a crucial piece of oral hygiene. In fact, it is just as important as brushing because it gets into hard-to-reach spots between the teeth that even the best toothbrush can’t get to. At Prescott Dentistry, we understand that flossing is often the hardest...
We know you do your best to prevent cavities. But do you really understand how you get them? Cavities are permanent holes that form in the teeth when bacteria eat away at the layers of your teeth. For optimal dental health, it helps to know...
At Prescott Dentistry, we get it: flossing feels like a chore. But you know what’s even more bothersome than having to floss your teeth every day? Bad breath. If you’re suffering from bad breath (halitosis), you may have realized how it never seems to go...
At Prescott Dentistry, we love this time of year! We certainly enjoyed the wonderful New Year’s events in Prescott. If you are not familiar, every New Year Whiskey Row in downtown Prescott holds a fun, family-friendly event called the New Year’s Eve Boot Drop. Similar...