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What about a waterpik? Anecdotally, having used one, I think it’s way more effective than traditional flossing, since it actually can clean the gaps between yo
by __blockcipher__ 9y ago
What about a waterpik?
Anecdotally, having used one, I think it’s way more effective than traditional flossing, since it actually can clean the gaps between your teeth (is that what you meant by the grooves?)
- RobertRoberts 9y ago>...the gaps between your teeth (is that what you meant by the grooves?) No, the reference to grooves is on the crown of the tooth. (primarily molars) I think the issue with cleaning them out is that once solids get stuck in there and bacteria eat the solids they release acid that eats the tooth. Years ago my dentist filled these grooves with a UV activated plastic sealant. I think this is standard practice now days. Not sure if a waterpik could do it, I've never had one. (If you have had one, has it prevented cavities for you?)
- thelittleone 9y agoThe best solution for cleaning those grooves is a dental hygience kit, which you can buy on ebay or amazon for around $10. The same stainless steel tools the dentist uses.
- pbhjpbhj 9y agoThere were recent reports that studies showed flossing to have basically no statistically significant effect - ie that those who floss have no less tooth decay. Never read any papers on it, just noticed it in passing (maybe on Digg?).