11/05/2020
What to use to clean between teeth:
There are loads of options. There's never going to be a 'one size fits all' for this. Different items clean different space shapes.
Floss can get between the contacts of teeth (the bits that are really tight close together). If floss won't go through, try DENTAL TAPE. It's basically the same as floss, and used the same, but instead of being woven threads, it's one piece of material (like really small PTFE tape, google it, it's great) so it doesn't fray - excellent for tight areas between teeth. Flossing demo in the comments ⬇️⬇️⬇️
Interdental brushes are small, but they won't get between teeth unless there's an actual visible gap. DON'T FORCE THEM THROUGH THE TIGHT CONTACT AREAS. They're to be inserted at the gumline, and that means they only clean the gumline. However they do this very well, because the bristles fill that whole space where the gum triangles are.
If you still can't get in between the teeth, a Tepe Easypick is good, because it's tapered. Use it the same as an interdental brush, but push it in at the gumline until it fits tight, then you know its cleaning the whole triangle space between teeth at the gum level. Easypick demo in the comments ⬇️⬇️⬇️
If this still doesn't work, you can try something called an Airflosser or Waterpik - they shoot water between teeth to push out any debris. Not as effective as what is mentioned already, but better than no interdental cleaning.
PLEASE NOTE - mouthwash is not on this list. Don't rely on mouthwash to clean properly between your teeth.
So if what you're using isn't fitting, check you're using it properly, and for the right areas, and if you are, then it's all down to practice!
