Does a Proxy Brush Work Better than Dental Floss?
A proxy brush is a type of interdental cleaner. You can use it to clean the spaces between your teeth. Other interdental cleaners include string floss, dental tape, dental picks and water flossers.
A proxy brush has bristles attached to a small wire that connects to a small plastic handle. The brush is small enough to go between your teeth. Brushes come in different sizes and if the space between your teeth is too small for the brush to fit, try a smaller proxy brush. It can help you remove bits of food and plaque between your teeth that are easy to miss with your toothbrush. Just as when you floss, you move it between teeth until you’ve cleaned between every tooth in your mouth.
If you are a teenager or adult with braces fastened to your teeth, you may have trouble using floss to reaching between your teeth. A proxy brush is often much easier to use. It’s also easier to use for people who have wide gaps between their teeth.
Where Can You Buy Proxy Brushes?
They are available at drug stores, grocery stores and also online.
Hutto Hippo Family Dental is glad to help you with dental care or answer any questions you may have.