Crowns & Bridges
Maintaining good oral hygiene is essential, especially if you have crowns and bridges. The use of interdental brushes is an effective tool for cleaning the hard-to-reach areas between your teeth and around dental restorations. Incorporating interdental cleaning into your daily routine helps prevent decay and gum disease, ensuring the longevity of your crowns and bridges. In this guide, we show you step-by-step how to use interdental brushes to keep your crowns and bridges spotless.
Steps to Clean Your Crowns and Bridges with Interdental Brushes:
- Choose the right size interdental brush: The oral health care professional will indicate the correct size of the interdental brush for you.
- Insert the brush carefully: Gently insert the interdental brush between your teeth, focusing on the spaces around the crowns and bridges. Avoid applying too much force to prevent damaging your gums or the dental restorations.
- Move the brush back and forth: With gentle movements, clean each interdental space by moving the brush back and forth several times.
- Clean around the crowns and bridges: Ensure you clean both the gumline and the surfaces of the crowns and bridges. Repeat this motion in each interdental space to remove any food debris and plaque.
- Rinse the brush frequently:After each use, rinse the interdental brush under running water to remove debris and plaque and keep it clean.
- Don’t forget removable components: If you have any removable parts associated with your crowns and bridges, remove them before cleaning. Use the interdental brush to clean all the areas around where these components sit. Also, clean the removable parts according to your dentist’s instructions.
- Complete your hygiene routine: After using the interdental brush, brush your teeth with a soft-bristled toothbrush and fluoride toothpaste.
By following these steps, you’ll be able to effectively use interdental brushes to maintain both your natural teeth and your crowns and bridges clean and healthy. Interdental brushing helps to enhance restoration longevity and health.