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What exactlyisawater flosserand how is it different from regular floss?

Water flossers

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What is a water flosser?

What are the benefits of using a water flosser?

For example, underneath [dental] bridges and around braces, says Dr. Cho.

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How often should you floss your teeth?

This helps to prevent food and bacteria from accumulating between your teeth.

Of course, flossing this often is not realistic for everyone.

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You dont want that to sit overnight as you sleep.

Can you replace string flossing with water flossing?

Flossing your teeth is a bit like cleaning your deck, Dr. Tang says.

Waterpik Cordless Advanced Water Flosser

What should you look for in a water flosser?

Here are the best water flossers to shop for now.

This cute, tiny water flosser has made me an everyday flossermy dentist would be proud.

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Thus, saving space was a top priority when considering a water flosser.

This slim flosser is totally cordless, with a seven-ounce reservoir built into its base.

It has three pressure parameters, which I leave on the lowest for my sensitive teeth.

Philips Sonicare Power Flosser 3000

Plus it comes with a shiny, silver travel bag.

My first time water flossinggame changer!!

This product was user-friendly, good-looking, and effective for a first-timer, one of our testers wrote.

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Philips Sonicare Power Flosser 3000

Meet the oneADA-acceptedwater flossernotmade by Waterpik.

It has 10 water pressures, two flossing modes, and a reservoir that holds 18.6 ounces of water.

And you cant beat the price.

Quip Rechargeable Cordless Water Flosser

Waterpik Small Water Flosser for Kids