Dental patients who live in the North Athens, East Mooresville, and South Cullman area want to keep their mouths as healthy and clean as possible. They are also looking for convenience, and that’s why many of them turn to floss picks instead of old-fashioned dental floss.
These little tools are quite handy. They usually have a handle that is pointed and can double as a toothpick, and a length of floss strung in a U-shaped groove. They are inexpensive and can be used more discretely than floss.
While this may seem like a dream come true for those hoping to make flossing a more regular part of their oral health routine, floss picks are still a step below actual floss in effectiveness.
The American Dental Association has only approved dental floss for cleaning in between teeth. One issue is that floss picks can’t curve and form the angles needed for superior cleaning.
So, what is a responsible dental patient to do? The first thing is to meet with us. If you love floss picks, continue to use them when convenient, but still try to use regular dental floss daily.
If you are in the process of looking for a new dentist, we hope that you consider Decatur Smiles. We have been serving the Decatur area since 1990.
Our comprehensive staff would love to field any critical questions you have regarding flossing and other dental health concerns, as well as questions about cosmetic dentistry procedures such as teeth whitening and veneers.
Call 256-350-5820 today to schedule an exam or consultation.
The following website was used as source material for this blog: http://www.ada.org/en/science-research/ada-seal-of-acceptance/product-category-information/floss-and-other-interdental-cleaners, accessed on August 1, 2014
Contact Decatur Smiles: 256-350-5820
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1316 Somerville Rd SE Ste 2
Decatur, Alabama
35601
