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Everything on Daily Mouth Guide, organised by topic.
Between-Teeth Care
- Floss vs Interdental Brushes vs Water Flossers — The best way to clean between teeth depends on the space and the person.
- How to Clean Between Your Teeth Safely — Clean between your teeth once a day with floss or another interdental cleaner suited to your spaces.
- How to Floss With Braces or a Fixed Retainer — With fixed braces, a floss threader can guide floss beneath the archwire so you can clean the adjacent tooth surfaces gently.
- How to Use a Water Flosser: Technique and Limits — Use a water flosser with a tip and technique your dentist or hygienist considers appropriate, following the exact device manual.
- How to Use Interdental Brushes Without Forcing — Use an interdental brush only in a space where its bristles fit snugly without forcing the wire against teeth or gums.
Brushing Basics
- How to Brush Your Teeth Correctly — Brush twice a day for two minutes with fluoride toothpaste and a soft-bristled brush that reaches every area comfortably.
- When to Replace Your Toothbrush or Brush Head — Replace a manual toothbrush or powered brush head about every three to four months, or sooner if the bristles become matted, frayed, or widely splayed.