27/07/2026
Struggling to keep up with string floss? You are not alone, and there is a gentler option worth knowing about.
If flossing feels fiddly, uncomfortable, or just never actually happens, switching to a water flosser could be what finally turns cleaning between your teeth into a daily habit instead of a chore.
Why it works:
🔹 In one clinical study, a water flosser removed up to 29% more plaque than string floss after a single use, with the biggest improvements between teeth and along the gumline.
🔹 Research also links water flossing to a meaningful reduction in gum bleeding, which is often the very first sign of early gum inflammation.
🔹 If you have braces, bridges, implants or crowns, a water flosser reaches the spots traditional floss tends to miss.
The real win is simple: it is easy enough that you will actually use it every day, and consistency is what protects your gums and teeth over the long term.
Not sure if it suits your mouth and routine? Book a hygiene visit and we will show you the right technique for your teeth.
You’re building the life you want. We build the smile that matches it.
📍 JJS Dentistry, V&A Waterfront, Cape Town
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