• kquote03@lemm.ee
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    1 year ago

    I legitimately didn’t know something like this existed, thank you. is there any reason why one would continue using normal disposable floss rather than a water flosser?

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      1 year ago

      Yes, a water flosser does not help against calculus. But it’s still a nice fresh feeling with water so it’s not a bad thing. But to get rid of calculus you need to physically rub/scratch it off with floss sticks between the teeth.

      Source: All knowledgable dentists

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        1 year ago

        a water flosser does not help against calculus

        That’s unfortunate, I need some help in maths class…

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      It shouldn’t replace regular flossing, but if it is between no flossing, or only occasionally flossing, and using a water flosser every day, I’d imagine using just the water flosser is still a net positive.

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      1 year ago

      Already commented on another, but my understanding is that water flossing isn’t as good at removing plaque as actual floss, since it isn’t as directly abrasive. It’s great if you wouldn’t floss normally otherwise, but migrating from flossing regularly to only water flossing regularly is a downgrade in dental hygiene.

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        You’re correct that it isn’t as good of an alternative as flossing but you’re meant to do both.

        You should floss, preferably with actual floss and not a pick, and then follow that up with water irrigation. You dislodge food and break up the plaque with the floss and flush it out with the water flosser.