We LOVE interdental cleaning here at YPD! Just have a look at our Hygiene Team's 'Sweetie Draw' here and you'll see just how many different tools there are available to keep your oral health in tip-top condition. For those of you that aren't used to this type of homecare, we have provided a quick guide on our favourite interdental tools.

Best for: 

People with gaps of various sizes between their teeth.

Small, colour-coded brushes designed to fit between teeth.

Easy to handle, even if you don't like flossing.

Clinically proven to remove plaque and reduce gum inflammation.

Multiple use brushes.

How to use:

Select the right size brush for the space (your hygienist will show you which to use at your YPD hygiene appointment!)

Insert gently between teeth (never force it).

Move back and forth a few times.

Rinse after use and replace when bristles wear.

TePe Easypicks

Best for: 

Gentle, on-the-go cleaning., or for those that struggle to use Interdental Brushes.

Flexible, silicone-tipped cleaners for sensitive gums.

Great for travel or quick cleaning after meals.

Perfect if you find brushes fiddly.

How to use:

Insert gently between your teeth.

Wiggle back and forth to remove plaque and debris.

Use once a day at home, or carry for freshening up anytime.

Superfloss

Best for: Braces, bridges, implants, or wide gaps.

Features three parts: a stiff end, a spongy section, and regular floss.

Stiff end helps guide under wires or bridges.

Spongy section cleans around appliances and implants.

Regular floss works in tight spaces.

How to use:

Thread the stiff end under your appliance or bridge.

Clean around the area with the spongy section.

Use the regular floss between teeth with an up-and-down motion.

Best for: 

Quick and convenient flossing.

Pre-threaded floss stretched across a small handle.

The floss glides smoothly, making it gentle on gums.

Ideal for people who struggle to manage string floss.

How to use:

Hold the pick handle and guide the floss between your teeth.

Curve the floss into a "C" shape against the tooth.

Move up and down gently to clean the sides of each tooth.

Dispose of the pick after use.

Come and see our Hygiene Team to learn how you can incorporate these into your homecare

Brushing alone isn't enough for complete oral care. By adding Interdental Aids to your daily routine, you'll be protecting your gums, preventing cavities, keeping your breath fresh, and safeguarding any dental work you've had.

It's important to pick the right ones for you though. Which is why, during your hygiene appointment, our experienced therapists and hygienists will select the right brushes or floss for you and give you hands on instruction on exactly how to use these.

We understand that the real difference is made at by you, at home when it comes to dental health. Our team can support your gums in practice by doing a deeper clean and removing tartar build-up, but a good homecare routine is just as important for long-term oral health.