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17 Jan Can Waterpiks Damage Your Gums?

Posted at 02:38h in Dental Health, Dental Hygiene by Prescott Dentistry

Can waterpiks damage gums? 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 like the Waterpik® is a great alternative when string floss isn't an option. But many...

Our dental hygienists share five flossing tips to help you learn how to floss your teeth correctly.

23 Jan Are You Flossing Your Teeth the Right Way? Tips from a Dental Hygienist, Part 2

Posted at 10:00h in Dental Hygiene Tips, Health by Prescott Dentistry

Do you only floss when you get something stuck in your teeth? Do you tend to avoid flossing because it makes your gums bleed? Do you struggle with using string floss? Daily flossing is very important for good dental health—it helps prevent gum disease as...