Should you brush or floss first for better dental results? Let’s break this down and answer your other frequently asked questions!
Should You Brush or Floss First?
Studies show that flossing before brushing can remove more plaque and help increase the amount of fluoride uptake when brushing with toothpaste. However, we are just happy when it’s part of the routine – no matter the order!
What is the Best Electric Toothbrush?
Watch our reel below to see us browse our local Target for the best electric toothbrush options.
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Are Floss Picks Ok to Use?
Yes! We’d rather have you use a floss pick to floss your teeth than not floss at all.
What is the Best Toothpaste to Use?
One of our favorite toothpaste brands is RiseWell. One reason for that is because this toothpaste includes the ingredient nano-hydroxyapatite, a naturally occurring mineral that makes up bone and teeth enamel. Learn more about this toothpaste here!
If you’re a Target shopper, check out this reel to see the toothpaste that we would pick!
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Are Electric Toothbrushes Safe for Kids to Use?
Yes! We actually love when kids use electric toothbrushes because they’ll likely be more comfortable with the vibrations that they’ll experience when they come in for their dental polishing at their dental check-ups.
What Is Important to Look for in a Toothpaste for Kids?
The most important ingredients to look for in kids toothpaste is either fluoride or nano-hydroxyapatite. If your child is under two years old and can’t spit yet, then a fluoride-free toothbrush is an ok option.
What Does Toothpaste Actually Do?
Toothpaste does so much! Three things we love about it are that it cleans your teeth, rebuilds wear and tear from the day, and prevents plaque from building up and causing tooth decay and other infections.
I Use a Retainer — How Do I Clean It?
Did you know soaking your retainers in white vinegar 1x a week for 15 minutes can help ward off bacteria?! After the vinegar soak, make sure you rinse off your retainers in cold water and place them in a stainless steel container with distilled water.
What Is a Dental Chewie?
If you are someone who is using Invisalign, you may already be familiar with dental chewies! A chewie is a rubber cylinder that is used to chew with your Invisalign trays in your mouth to help seat the tray and eliminate any air bubbles in the top of the tray so the tray is fitting nicely in your mouth.
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So, should you brush or floss first? We hope this blog post helped answer your frequently asked dental questions!
About Krengel Dental, Bloomington, MN Dentist
At Krengel Dental, we’re not your average dentist. We do everything we can to help your smile shine. If you’re looking for the best dentist in Bloomington, MN, we would love to help you. Not in Bloomington, MN but live nearby? Be sure to check out our St. Louis Park location. Visit our contact page to book an appointment with us.
