Common Questions
What size should I use
Ask your dentist or hygienist what size/s they would recommend or buy a variety pack containing one brush of each size so you can experiment to see what size/s fits best. Insert the smallest size first and keep using a bigger size until the brush fits snugly between the teeth without forcing it.
How long do interdental brushes last
Generally in a range of three days to two weeks, depending on how hard you work them.
How often should I use Interdental Brushes
Use them as frequently as you feel you need to, especially if you get food stuck between your teeth, but at least once a day when you clean your teeth in the evening. You can also apply toothpaste to the bristles before insertion for a super fresh feeling. Unlike a toothbrush, you can keep an interdental brush in your pocket and use it in many situations – especially after meals where you can't access a bathroom or use a conventional toothbrush.
Caution:
If the brush head breaks and becomes caught between your teeth use one of the following methods to get it out and tilt your head forward and down so that the piece falls out of your mouth.
1) Use another brush to push out the broken piece but insert it from the opposite direction.
2) Use a pair of tweezers to pull the broken piece out.
3) Use a toothpick to push out the broken piece.
If you cannot remove the piece, please contact your dentist.