 The most important area of your mouth to clean is in-between your teeth. This is the first place bacterial plaque will form, and it is also the hardest to keep clean. Dental floss has long been the standard, but waterflossers like Waterpik actually clean better than floss. I find them easier and more enjoyable to use than floss too. Getting a Waterpik is also a must have in our Ideal Oral Health Routine, which you should definitely download. Show I have played around a whole bunch at home with my Waterpik to try and figure out the most effective way to use it to clean between teeth. Here is what I have found. Here are the step by step instructions I use to keep my teeth and gums healthy. Fill the water reservoir to the maximum allowable level with warm water, so hopefully you don’t have refill in the middle of cleaning. Warm water is going to be much more comfortable especially if you have sensitive teeth. The water in the line might be cold if it has been sitting out, so you might need to flush the line too. Set the pressure dial to High Pressure (at least 8) with the Classic Jet Tip attachment. If your gums are inflammed the high pressure might feel like too much the first few times you use it, so find a comfortable level and gradually work your way up. Make sure you thumb is on the ‘pause’ button when you turn it on. To avoid splashing, clean while slightly closing your lips and letting the water run out of your mouth into the sink, or while keeping you mouth totally closed and pause to spit out the water from time to time. It doesn’t matter if you start on the top or bottom teeth, but make sure you clean both the cheek/lip side of the teeth and the tongue side. I like to start in the back and work my way around each arch.
Instructions for Braces: Also don’t forget to change the attachments every few months. That’s really all there is to it. For more information or additional questions reach us through our contact page today! About The Author Scott Frey is a renowned Orthodontist, professional speaker, and founder of the More than Smiles Movement. How do I stop my water flosser from spraying everywhere?Using a Waterpik water flosser can be very messy at first. To stop the water from going everywhere, make sure you are always bent over the sink, and that you keep your mouth slightly open so the water can drip out of your mouth, and into the sink.
How do you use a water flosser without soaking?Begin Flossing
Then, turn the water flosser on. Make sure that you're looking down into the sink and that your mouth is slightly closed. This will prevent splashing as the water from the flosser hits your teeth but still provides room for the water to flow into the sink.
Should you brush your teeth before or after using a Waterpik?3. Should my patients use the Water Flosser before or after brushing? We recommend using the Water Flosser prior to toothbrushing: Removing food and debris enhances the effectiveness of both toothbrushing and toothpaste.
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How to use a waterpik without getting water everywhere
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