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Dental hygiene aids

Oral Hygiene Products We Love and Where to Purchase

COCOFLOSS:

LISTERINE ULTRACLEAN FLOSS:

Tight spaces/Good for those spaces that ​other floss shreds easily. Usually available ​at Target, CVS, Publix, Walmart and ​Walgreens.

Order online at Amazon here: Amazon Store: Reach

Cocoplush Threaders:  Cocofloss Buy Direct

CVS Store locator: Cocofloss Store Locator

PROXYSOFT floss – 3 in 1, periodontal floss, or Bridge and Implant Floss:

https://proxysoft.com/shop/

Bridge & Implant Floss Threaders:

Buy From Amazon

GUM Easy Threader Floss with threader attached for tight spaces available at Amazon, Walmart

Buy Direct Sunstar

SOFTPICKS (Original, Advanced, or Wider Spaces): https://www.sunstargum.com/us-en/where-to-buy.html

GUM Brand PROXABRUSHES “Go Betweens” (most common sizes Tight (414), moderate, (612) tapered wide (614) or extra wide (618):

Buy proxabrush from Sunstargum.com

GUM Proxabrush handle with different size inserts (most common sizes Tight (414), moderate, (612) tapered wide (614) or extra wide (618):

Buy from Amazon Store

TEPE proxabrushes (9 different sizes available!):

Buy from TePe

We often recommend Size 6 (Purple) and Size 7 (Gray)

GUM Brand rubbertip stimulator:

https://www.sunstargum.com/us-en/products/accessories/gum-stimulator-handle.html

Plaque Buster travel rubbertip stimulator:  https://www.theplaquebuster.com/

TEPE compact end tufted brush:  https://www.tepeusa.com/products/tepe-compact-tuft

TEPE universal care brush: https://www.tepeusa.com/products/tepe-universal-care?variant=679105685

GUM brand tongue scraper:  https://www.sunstargum.com/us-en/products/accessories/gum-dual-action-
tongue-cleaner.html

Interdental Aids: What’s Your Type?

Interdental Aids: What’s Your Type?

When selecting the size for an interdental aid, such as a Soft-Pick or interdental brush, aka proxabrush, consider the width of the spaces between your teeth.

It’s often a good idea to start with a smaller size and gradually move up if needed. If you’re unsure, your dentist can help recommend the right size based on your specific needs.
Here’s a general guide:
 
Soft-Picks are great for tighter spaces between the teeth, as well as a great place to start with for sensitive gums, broken teeth, or older restorations. Sizes/styles available:
 
• Original: For narrow or tight spaces between teeth.
 
• Wide: For wider spaces or if you need more coverage.
• Curved Soft-Picks are designed for improved access and maneuverability around the contours of your teeth and gums. Here are some advanced uses:
*Reaching Back Teeth: The curve helps you navigate to the back of your mouth more easily, making it simpler to clean areas that are hard to reach with straight picks.
*Cleaning Between Crowns and Implants: The curved design can better access spaces around crowns, bridges, and implants, which can be difficult to clean with straight picks.
 
*Gum Line Cleaning: The curve allows for more precise cleaning along the gum line, helping to remove plaque and food particles without causing discomfort.
 
When selecting the size for a Proxabrush, consider the width of the spaces between your teeth.
1. Tight: For tight spaces or smaller gaps.
2. Moderate: For slightly larger spaces.
3. Wide/Extra Wide/ or extra-extra large (TEPE size 7): For wider gaps or if you have larger interdental spaces.
 
As with any dental tool, using Soft-Picks or proxabrushes with proper technique is essential to avoid damaging your gums or teeth. If you have any specific concerns or conditions, consult with your dentist for guidance.
 
For more oral hygiene tips, visit:
https://brittenperio.com/oral-health/oral-hygiene/

The Oral Hygiene Olympics: Gold Medalists!

🏅 The Oral Hygiene Olympics: Gold Medalists!🏅

Welcome to the Oral Hygiene Olympics, where we honor the unsung heroes that keep our smiles bright and healthy! After fierce competition, we’re excited to announce the gold medalists in each category:
🥇 Best Toothpaste: Clinpro rx toothpaste – This gold medal goes to the toothpaste that not only cleans but also leaves your breath fresh and invigorated, ensuring you’re ready for any close-up moment!
🥇 Top Toothbrush: Philips Sonicare – With its perfectly angled bristles and ergonomic design, this toothbrush takes the gold for providing a superior clean with every brush stroke.
🥇 Flossing Favorite: Unwaxed floss- Winning the gold for effortlessly sliding between teeth, Coco Floss and Listerine Ultraclean floss removes plaque like a true champion, ensuring no food particles are left behind. Honorable mentions are Dr. Tung’s floss and Risewell floss!
🥇 Interdental aids: Taking the top spot for its ability to eliminate germs between the teeth GUM® brand Proxabrushes® and/or Soft-Picks ® are safe and easy to use for cleaning between natural teeth and around crowns, bridges, dental implants and orthodontic appliances.
🥇 Innovative Gadgets: TePe specialty brushes & rubbertip stimulators and The Plaque Buster- these specially angled brushes make the most challenging oral care both effective and exciting.
Congratulations to all the winners! Keep your oral hygiene routine at the top of the podium with these gold medalists, and enjoy a healthy, winning smile every day! 🦷✨

Softpicks and Gators???

Traditionally, floss has been used to help remove the disease-producing bacteria in between the teeth. This bacteria cannot be reached with a toothbrush alone. Bacteria between the teeth is a primary cause for most gum disease and dental decay. It is so important to clean between your teeth every day!

Softpicks and interdental brushes (also known as proxabrushes) are available in many sizes and are gaining in popularity because they are easy to use, and for some patients – more effective than flossing alone!

And Dr. Britten (pictured above with his TEPE softpicks) is hoping for football season, and says “Go Gators”!

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