Interdental Cleaning
Interdental cleaners range from dental floss to small interdental
brushes. They are used in between the teeth to clean them and the gums
much better than an ordinary toothbrush can.
Patients who have a considerable amount of fillings, orthodontic
patients or patients with particular periodontal problems are
recommended to use interdental cleaning aids as they have particular
needs. However, patients outside these categories should still be
cleaning between their teeth on a daily basis.
Why we should clean between our teeth:-
A significant portion of our teeth surfaces are located underneath the
gum line and in between the teeth. These places cannot be reached with a
toothbrush and it is known as the interdental area.
Most plaque, which is the sticky bacteria that builds up on your teeth
and gums, is found in the interdental area. Gum inflammation usually
starts between the teeth in the gum tissue, which is one of the first
signs of gum disease. To ensure the plaque is fully removed we need
special instruments and devices such as floss and interdental brushes to
use as well as our toothbrushes to ensure problems such as gum
inflammation and cavities are kept at bay.
You should use these interdental cleaning aids at least once a day
between the teeth. It will disrupt the bacteria building up on your
teeth and gums and stop it from growing and spreading.
Floss is the most well-known interdental aid. Using floss every day reduces plaque and inflammation of the gums.
Interdental brushes may be easier to use for some people than floss. They have a handle and come in a wide range of sizes.
You can ask your dentist what the best interdental cleaning aid would be for you and your mouth.
