{"id":155,"date":"2017-10-28T18:38:58","date_gmt":"2017-10-28T18:38:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.smiledaytona.com\/blog\/?p=155"},"modified":"2025-11-06T20:27:06","modified_gmt":"2025-11-06T20:27:06","slug":"water-flosser","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.smiledaytona.com\/blog\/water-flosser\/","title":{"rendered":"3 Tips for Picking the Right Water Flosser"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.smiledaytona.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/AdobeStock_169230697-300x200.jpeg\" alt=\"Woman with braces using water flosser\" class=\"wp-image-156\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.smiledaytona.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/AdobeStock_169230697-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.smiledaytona.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/AdobeStock_169230697-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.smiledaytona.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/AdobeStock_169230697-1024x683.jpeg 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Most dental patients know that they need to brush and floss their teeth every day and visit a dentist twice a year for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.smiledaytona.com\/preventive-dentistry.html\">dental checkups<\/a>. A good number of people even know that they need to choose a soft bristled tooth brush and floss that fits comfortably between their teeth. However, when you ask dental patients about water flosser, they often don\u2019t know what these oral hygiene tools are. However, many patients could benefit from using a water flosser. In fact, they\u2019re recommended for patients with traditional bracket and wire braces, those with dexterity concerns, and patients with gum disease. A water flosser uses high water pressure to help patients remove plaque and tartar buildup between teeth. Additionally, water flossers give patients the ability to clear plaque and tartar from the smallest pits and grooves in the smile and from around braces and dental restorations. Like any other oral hygiene product, no two water flossers are exactly the same, but you can find an effective water flosser that fits your needs and budget.<br>\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1 \u2013 Look for the ADA Seal of Approval<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The easiest way to make sure you\u2019re picking the best water flosser is to look for the American Dental Association (ADA) seal of approval. When you pick an ADA approved oral hygiene product, you know that the water flosser has been tested and found effective in caring for smiles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2 \u2013 Ask Your Dentist for a Recommendation<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Your dentist is, as always, your best resource when it comes to choosing the right water flosser. If you\u2019re interested in finding out more about whether or not you would benefit from using a water flosser, ask your dentist or dental hygienist about water flossers during your next dental checkup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3 \u2013 The Most Expensive Water Flosser Isn\u2019t Necessarily the Best<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Many people think that picking the most expensive water flosser is the best way to ensure they\u2019ve chosen the right product. However, the cost of water flossers is impacted by a number of things that have nothing to do with their efficacy. For instance, the materials used to make the flosser and the size of the water tank can make your flosser pricier. Look for more important factors like the speed of water, good reviews online, and the ADA seal of approval.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About The Author<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>At Water\u2019s Edge Dental, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.smiledaytona.com\/meet-dr-rolfes.html\">Dr. Mike Rolfes<\/a> treats patients in the Port Orange community with experience and expertise, providing comprehensive care all under one roof. He places and restores dental implants in-house, so you don\u2019t need to work with an outside provider. To learn more about dental implants or to schedule a consultation, visit his <a href=\"https:\/\/www.smiledaytona.com\/contact.html\">website<\/a> or call (386) 516-4351.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Most dental patients know that they need to brush and floss their teeth every day and visit a dentist twice a year for dental checkups. A good number of people even know that they need to choose a soft bristled tooth brush and floss that fits comfortably between their teeth. 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